Interested in applying?
You’ll find some key information about our Chances for Children grants to help you in this short video.
Together we can create more chances for children
What we do is very simple: pay for things that we would want all children and young people to have but their parent or carers cannot otherwise afford.
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The Spring Statement is a dire outcome for families that need it the most
The chancellor needs to recognise the knock-on effect that the decisions made today will have on children who are already struggling
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Cuts to disability benefits will undoubtably worsen child poverty
Buttle UK responds to the Government's green paper on disability and sickness benefits and the Secretary for Work and Pensions' speech.
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State of Child Poverty 2024
Right now, families across the UK are being pushed to the brink. Our latest report, The State of Poverty in 2024, reveals the harsh reality of what it's like to grow up in poverty today. This year, we heard from just over 1,000 frontline professionals working with approximately 150,000 children. They reported that 58% of these children live in destitution, and their responses outline the appalling standard of living that these families face in 2024.
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Live Grant Data
We are proud to share live insights into our work, which can be tailored right down to your region or local authority. This data shows the last rolling 12 months of our grant making activities, including how much has been granted, the number of households and how many children are being supported by our work.
Our impact
Chances for Children grants are designed to improve the social and emotional wellbeing of children and young people, as well as their capacity to engage in education.
85% The percentage of parents who report their children’s engagement with education has improved since receiving a Chances for Children grant
88% The percentage of parents who report that their children’s confidence has improved since receiving a Chances for Children grant
94% The percentage of parents that report their home now meets the families’ basic needs (housework, daily tasks, home safety)
84% The percentage of parents who report improvements in how well the family get along and the quality of time spent together
