British Red Cross
For over 150 years, the British Red Cross has run towards disaster – to go where we’re needed most, when we’re needed most. As part of the world’s largest humanitarian network, spanning the UK and 190 countries, our teams respond to emergencies with life-saving practical and emotional support.
Dementia Research UK
Dementia Research UK is a grant-making charity which raises funds for dementia research projects in all regions of the UK. Our funding covers every type of dementia, rather than any individual disease. That means the donations we receive can be used across as wide a range of research projects as possible within the dementia community.
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Diabetes Trust Welfare Fund
Diabetes is a complex condition that can cause severe complications, including sight loss, kidney failure and nerve damage leading to amputation. IDDT supports long-term research that aims to minimise the risk of these complications.
Psychiatry Research Trust
One in four of us will experience a mental illness or brain disorder in our lifetime. Behind each diagnosis are families, friends, and communities profoundly impacted. Established in 1982, The Psychiatry Research Trust raises funds for cutting-edge research into mental illness and brain disorders at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King’s College London.
The Humane Research Trust CIO
We are proud to be the UK’s largest charitable funder of exclusively animal-free research. We believe in advancing human health without animal suffering. Since 1961, we’ve funded scientists to develop innovative alternatives to animal experiments covering a wide range of human diseases, including cancer, Parkinson’s, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s and eye conditions.
Together Dementia Support
Dementia is impacting on thousands of families across Manchester and North Trafford. Many people find themselves completely without support, and struggle to navigate the complexities of health and social care, as well as daily life. Life beyond a dementia diagnosis does not have to be lonely or boring. We provide post-diagnosis rehabilitation support in the form of a vibrant community-based activities programme.
AAIR Charity - Asthma, Allergy and Inflammation Research
The rates of asthma and allergic diseases and respiratory conditions have increased alarmingly during the past two decades – with almost half of all British children now expected to suffer from conditions such as asthma, eczema, food allergies and hay fever at some time. The AAIR Charity works tirelessly to help fund vital research into the causes of these and other respiratory conditions.
Academy of Medical Sciences, The
Saving lives from any disease requires ground-breaking medical research. The Academy of Medical Sciences funds pioneering research and provides expert advice for public policy makers. We ensure research can thrive and result in patient benefit. We inspire and nurture young scientists to pursue careers in research and provide support through mentoring, training and funding schemes.
Animal Free Research UK
Animal Free Research UK is the UK’s leading medical research charity working to create a world animals and humans lead healthy, happy lives, free from suffering. Our ambition to end the suffering of animals is heartfelt and unswerving. We support young scientists to transition from animal-based to human-specific medical research.
Beat
Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that ruin and, too often, take lives. We estimate that they affect 1.25 million people in the UK of all ages, genders and backgrounds. They steal childhoods, devastate relationships and pull families apart. However, we know that recovery is possible. And with your help, we’re determined to ensure everyone gets the support they need and deserve.