Rainbow Trust - When a child has a life-threatening illness, family life is turned upside down and time becomes more precious than ever. Rainbow Trust pairs families with seriously ill children with an expert Family Support Worker who enables them to make the most of time together, giving them practical and emotional support whenever they need it for as long as is needed.

There are more than 85,000 children in England with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. This number hes tripled over the last 17 years and continues to rise. Thousands of families have to face the very real possibility that their child may die and struggle to cope on a day to day basis. The Family Support Workers provided by Rainbow Trust to these families creates a lifeline. Entire families are supported including parents, carers, the unwell child, siblings, and grandparents. Support is hugely varied and depends on the needs of the family.

For more information check their website www.rainbowtrust.org.uk

FAWCO Partnership

FAWCO (Federation of American Women's Clubs Overseas) serves as an umbrella organization for American and international clubs worldwide, including AWS, proudly one of its 64 member clubs across 34 countries. Both FAWCO and its philanthropic arm, The FAWCO Foundation, are incorporated 501(c)(3) organizations.

The FAWCO Foundation

The FAWCO Foundation is the philanthropic ‘heart’ of FAWCO and is dedicated to supporting charitable, educational, and scientific programs. Through initiatives like Development Grants and Education Awards, it empowers member clubs like AWS to contribute meaningfully to global causes.

AWSurrey's Commitment

While AWS has a strong tradition of supporting local charities, our international membership recognizes the importance of making a global impact. For years, we have sponsored a FAWCO Development Grant, AWSurrey Hope Through Education, to promote educational opportunities worldwide.

Get Involved

FAWCO and the FAWCO Foundation jointly work towards a multi-year program that brings critical global issues to the attention of FAWCO clubs, their members and to the world. Explore guidelines, eligibility information, applications, and nomination forms on their main website or The FAWCO Foundation's website. The AWS Board includes a FAWCO Representative who acts as a vital link, coordinating communications and organizing fundraising efforts to support FAWCO's philanthropic projects.

If you have any questions, contact fawco@awsurrey.org

For more information, please go to their websites www.fawco.org and www.fawcofoundation.org

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