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Variety, the Children's Charity

Every child deserves a chance

Variety, the Children's Charity provides practical help that makes an immediate difference to disabled and disadvantaged children and young people.
How we can help

Transform a child’s life

For 75 years, Variety has been transforming the lives of disabled and disadvantaged children in the UK. With your help, we can reach even more of the children who need us most. Whether you make a one-off or a monthly donation, your support could transform children’s lives, helping to give them a brighter future.

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We provide practical help
With over 1.5million children living with disabilities and over 4million children living in poverty in the UK, our work is more important than ever.
Our programmes
Whether we supply a grant for a wheelchair, specialist equipment, a Sunshine Coach, a Variety Great Day Out, or work experience through Access Interns, our programmes give children the equipment and opportunities they need to thrive.
Celebrating 75 years of transforming young lives
We're thrilled to be celebrating 75 years of improving young lives in Great Britain!

Variety Disability Sports Awards 2024

Celebrate with us as we showcase the positive impact of sport, and help us continue the legacy of our Paralympics GB sporting heroes on Monday 25th November 2024 at sohoplace Theatre.

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Our Events

Join us for a special event, an in-aid-of event, or take on a challenge event. Make incredible memories while raising funds for a great cause.
In-aid-of event
Saturday 16th November 2024

The Michael Josephson MBE Charity Ball

Entrepreneur Michael Josephson’s greatest passion is supporting the most vulnerable people in the Northwest. To date, Michael has raised over £9 million for charities and has changed so many lives in the process, whilst breaking fundraising records each year at his annual Charity Ball.
North West
Special event
Monday 25th November 2024, 6pm-10pm

Variety Disability Sports Awards 2024

Celebrate with us as we showcase the positive impact of sport, and help us continue the legacy of our Paralympics GB sporting heroes.
Challenge event
Ongoing

Skydive for Variety

Join #TeamVariety and take to the skies for a breathtaking and exhilarating experience of a lifetime. Available to book at 18 airfields across the UK with various days and times to choose from, all year round.

His Majesty King Charles III Named as Patron of Variety, the Children’s Charity

That this is announced as Variety, the Children’s Charity celebrates its 75th anniversary makes this wonderful moment even more special. Read more