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Variety, the Children's Charity

Give the gift of Christmas

Your kindness could fund life-changing equipment and essential food vouchers for children who need them most. Help put a smile on a child's face.
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Light up a child's life this Christmas!

Over a third of children are living in poverty in the UK today. Disabled and disadvantaged children need your help now, more than ever. Donate now, and give the gift of Christmas to a vulnerable child.

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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 Voices for Change

“We need disabled children to have better access to sports, whether that’s through the right equipment, training or getting to and from activities. Not every child will become a Paralympian, but every child should have the chance to try out sports – and even fail!” - Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

Read more here

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.
Special event
Thursday 10th April 2025

The Midlands PROPS Awards

The Midlands Props Awards recognises individuals and companies in the property industry who have excelled.
Midlands
Challenge event
Sunday 6th April 2025

Brighton Marathon 2025

The Brighton Marathon Weekend returns for an incredible festival of running, held in the iconic seaside city.
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