Charities

The Drinkaware Trust is an independent UK-wide, public-facing body with the objective of positively changing public behaviour and the national drinking culture to help reduce alcohol misuse and minimise alcohol-related harm.

EDS UK provides support, advice and information to those living with all types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. We believe nobody should be left to fight on their own. Every person with EDS should have access to the appropriate medical services and care. We run a free helpline and support groups around the UK.

The Encephalitis Society - Action for Support, Awareness & Research (operating name of The Encephalitis Support Group), a UK charity, was established in 1994, in response to the overwhelming lack of information on encephalitis for people affected by the condition and their need for mutual support in coming to terms with its consequences. Encephalitis is the potentially fatal inflammation of the brain usually caused by a viral infection: the neurological damage (acquired brain injury) which this causes can result in long-term disability. The aim of the Society is to improve the quality of life of all people affected directly and indirectly by encephalitis. In 2002 it was resolved to formally extend the membership and services of the Society to include the Republic of Ireland. Full information on the services of the Society can be found on its website. The above telephone number, is for our Advice/Helpline, however, for Administration enquiries, please telephone (01653) 692 583.

We provide residential care, training, education and good health to children and young people in Nepal who are the innocent victims of imprisonment, trafficking, or discrimination because of social background, life on the streets or disability. We implement projects only through two trusted organisations and welcome enquiries from potential funders.

The Exuberant Trust is a local charity which supports young people in Oxfordshire (under the age of 30) who are developing their interest in any of the creative arts e.g. music, drama, dance, art & crafts, multi-media, etc. and who are in financial need of a small ,one-off grant (maximum £500) to help fund a specific project or activity. The Exuberant Trust raises funds by organising concerts throughout the year and from donations received from its supporters. Successful applicants are encouraged to take part in concerts and other activities in support of the Trust.

The Family Haven is a small local charity based in Spa Road, Gloucester, which provides practical help and support to deprived and vulnerable families with pre-school children living in Gloucestershire. Families living in B&B or unsuitable accommodation, those with mental issues, victims of domestic violence and pre-school children with special needs - they all receive practical and emotional support.

The Food Chain is a charity that provides nutritionally balanced and ethnically specific meals and groceries to people who are housebound with HIV related illnesses in London. We rely on the support of our wonderful volunteers and donors to continue to provide this vital service.

The Fostering Network aims to ensure the highest standards of care for all children and young people who are fostered, through the provision of training, advice, support, information and consultancy services. Founded in 1974, Fostering Network works to: define high standards and best practice for foster care; assist local authorities, agencies and individuals to work effectively in the best interests of fostered children; inform, influence and persuade policy makers on foster care issues; and improve public understanding of foster care.