Abilitynet Grant of £49,480 over 2 years

Having funded the pilot year, the Charity has awarded a grant to Abilitynet to extend their "Play At IT" project in Northern Ireland. This project supports disabled children to be able to use information technology effectively - to develop skills, communicate better and have fun. Our funding will enable children with acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions to participate in the project.

www.abilitynet.org.uk/play/

Merton Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Group
Grant of £27,043

The Charity has awarded a grant to this organisation to support both its core services and to develop and deliver a project specifically for young people living with these conditions in south London.

www.msctg.org.uk/

Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust
Grant of £10,000

The Charity has awarded a grant of £10,000 over 2 years to the Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust for their new Benign Brain Tumour Information and Support Service. The service will enable children and teenagers living with benign brain tumours and their families and carers to gain access to the information they require in relation to treatment, side effects, emotional support and practical assistance.

http://braintumourtrust.co.uk/



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