Children’s Health & Disability Charities
These charities support children living with disabilities, long-term health conditions or complex medical needs. From specialist therapies and accessible activities to practical family support and early intervention, they help children build confidence, independence and a better quality of life, ensuring they can participate fully in everyday experiences.
Chiva
Championing children and young people with HIV
This small children’s charity supports young people growing up with HIV. Chiva reduces stigma, boosts wellbeing and creates safe spaces—through camps, peer groups and advocacy—so no young person faces their diagnosis alone. Read more
StreetDoctors
Youth-led first aid to tackle violence and save lives
This youth charity trains young people in high-risk areas to deliver lifesaving first aid and understand the realities of violence. Peer-led sessions build confidence, change mindsets and empower young people to protect one another. Read more
Happy Baby Community
Safe community for mums and babies seeking safety
This small charity supports women and small children who have fled trafficking or violence. With food, expert care and community groups, they reduce isolation and help babies grow up safe, nurtured and supported from the very start. Read more
Our Time
Supporting children with parental mental illness
This children’s charity helps young people whose parents have a mental illness. School and community groups build understanding, resilience and connection so children feel less alone and more secure about their future. Read more
The Wave Project
Surf therapy that rebuilds confidence and calm
A small children’s charity delivering surf therapy for young people facing anxiety, trauma or isolation. Supported sessions in the sea build confidence, emotional resilience and friendships that last beyond the water. Read more
What Our Charities say about us
Raise Your Hands has been more than a funder – they’ve been a sounding board, an advocate, and a real force for connection. Their belief in our work has helped us reach new audiences and feel part of a wider movement of change. It’s rare to find a partner who is this committed to championing small, specialist charities – thank you.
Our Time
We’ve developed a truly meaningful relationship with Raise Your Hands, they are so much more than just a funder. They feel like a trusted partner who genuinely cares about our cause and our beneficiaries. Their commitment to Jessie May is unwavering, and their generosity and genuine support are evidenced in everything they do, and every interaction we have with the team. We’re incredibly grateful for their ongoing support.
Jessie May