Our Appeals
Every child deserves a chance to thrive. Your support helps us provide vital equipment, travel costs, and respite for families across the UK.
Current appeals
AP318 – Leah (6)
Leah has Down syndrome and requires further heart surgery. Her family is seeking funding for a much-needed holiday together.
Support Leah
AP310 – Regan (7)
Regan suffers from chromosome 4q deletion and deafness. His family needs help purchasing a specialized bed and mattress.
Support Regan
AP326 – James (8)
James has a rare genetic TAF 1 disorder. He needs a specialized swing seat with a harness to play independently and safely.
Support James
AP314 – Millie (7)
Millie has a glioblastoma brain tumour. Her family is looking for a specialized garden swing and sensory toys.
Support Millie
AP311 – Lawson (13)
Lawson suffers from neurofibromatosis 1. He needs a handheld console to keep him occupied during extensive hospital travel.
Support Lawson
AP312 – Zain (4)
Zain has complex sensory needs. He needs an iPad to provide visual and auditory feedback to help him regulate reactions.
Support ZainHow Our Appeals Help
Each appeal represents a real family facing extra costs, emotional strain and urgent practical needs. Donations to Buttercup Children's Trust help us respond with targeted support, including specialist equipment, respite, travel costs and fundraising for essential items that improve quality of life.
If you cannot give financially right now, you can still help by sharing an appeal, asking your workplace or school to support us, or exploring other ways to get involved. Visit our donation page, get involved page or full appeals archive to learn more.
We update our appeals to reflect the real needs families bring to us. Some children need equipment that supports communication or mobility, while others need help with travel, respite or items that make hospital stays more manageable. Reading and sharing these stories helps more people understand why targeted charitable support matters.