Charities working with disadvantaged young people aged 13 or below can apply for funding of up to £5,000 from the Toy Trust.

Founded by the British Toy and Hobby Association, the Toy Trust exists to raise money predominantly from the toy industry, its suppliers and friends and distribute the money raised to charities helping disadvantaged and disabled children within the UK and abroad.

Funding is available towards projects that:

Help disadvantaged children and their families to alleviate suffering
Support children through awful experiences
Encourage achievement through adversity
Purchase vital equipment
Provide care
Bolster existing initiatives
Initiate brand new projects
Satisfy basic needs.

To be eligible, the charity accounts must have unrestricted net assets of no more than £200,000 or of less than one year’s income.

Applications can be submitted at any time.

For further information please visit: the British Toy and Hobby Association website or contact CVS Falkirk and speak with Tariq or Claire on 01324 692000, alternatively you can email: info@cvsfalkirk.org.uk