Why we help
In England, there are over 86,000 children with life-threatening conditions. Families face the possibility of loss and daily struggles.
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How Rainbow Trust helps
Rainbow Trust pairs each family with an expert Family Support Worker, giving them practical and emotional support.
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We support the whole family
We support the whole family including parents, carers, the unwell child, brothers, sisters and grandparents.
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How you can support us
By donating to us, you are helping us support families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.
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Take part in an event
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NEW! Tour du Mont Blanc - Trail Running Adventure Challenge
Take on one of the world’s most breathtaking and iconic Alpine trail running challenges, while make a difference for seriously ill children.
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Vitality London 10,000
September 2025: The iconic 10K event guides you past some of London's most famous landmarks!
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Swim Serpentine 2025
September 2025: Swim Serpentine within Hyde Park is a one-day open water swimming festival staged in the heart of London.
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How you can help
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Donate to Rainbow Trust
It is only thanks to your donations that we can give life-threatened children and their families expert support for as long as they need it.
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Fundraise for Rainbow Trust
Choose a challenge, pledge your birthday or let us inspire you with some great fundraising ideas.
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Volunteer for Rainbow Trust
Join our friendly volunteer team and help make a difference to families who have a seriously ill child.
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Our Impact Report
We are delighted to share our Impact Report: Imprints. It is called that because families tell us the imprints or impressions we leave on their lives last forever.
Hear from the families we support
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Finley's Story
'There’s someone there for you to talk to, who’s willing to help and is just really adaptable. Laura understands what it’s like'
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Mya Ela's Story
‘Jaimie has been my absolute rock to be honest. I would feel so lost without her. She has made such a big difference to our lives.'
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