Deadline: 11-May-22
The Chronicle Sunshine Fund is now open to support the lives of local children, babies and young adults up until their 19th birthday who have disabilities by providing funding equipment to meet their specialist needs.
They support babies, children and young adults up until their 19th birthday by funding equipment such as specialist beds, wheelchairs, trikes, IT and sensory equipment that is not available through the NHS, local authorities or any other sources.
Funding Information
- They rely solely on the support and generosity of local organizations and individuals to raise £450,000 annually through donations, events and community giving.
- The Chronicle Sunshine Fund provides specialist equipment to children with disabilities.
- They fund equipment that is not funded by the NHS or any other source.
Examples of specialist equipment includes:
- Trikes
- IT equipment
- Wheelchairs
- Profiling beds
- Specialized seating
- Sensory equipment
- Hydrotherapy equipment
If applying for IT Equipment – specifically an iPad or laptop – you do not need to submit any quotes as they have a dedicated supplier.
IT Equipment Value:
- IPad Air 2 – Wi-Fi only, no 4G data plan. Case provided. £380.00
- Laptop £400.00
Exclusions:
- Equipment to anyone aged 19 and over.
- Assistance for holidays/trips.
- Contributions to general fundraising appeals.
- Garden/home renovation or improvement.
- Travel or car lease.
- Childcare costs.
- Professional fees/costs.
- Training/College Fees.
- Insurance & extended warranties.
- Any equipment that can be funded through the NHS or Local Authority.
Geographical Focus
- Northumberland
- Tyne and Wear
- County Durham
Eligibility Criteria
- Be aged 18 or under.
- Be an individual child/siblings with disabilities or an organisation* that supports children with disabilities.
- Not have applied in the last 12 months.
- Live in the following areas: Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham.
For more information, visit Chronicle Sunshine Fund.
For more information, visit https://www.thesunshinefund.org/apply