Alstrom Syndrome causes childhood blindness, hearing loss, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes type two, obesity and many related health problems. Alstrom Syndrome UK (ASUK) is a small family run charity providing support and advice to families living with Alstrom Syndrome. We provide newsletters an annual family conference and quarterly clinic support.

Better Research into gastrointestinal cancer health & treatment. Bright funds Research into GI cancers, which include cancers of the colon, rectum, stomach, oesophagus and pancreas, and rarer ones like anal and gallbladder cancers.

The British Council for the Prevention of Blindness prevents blindness worldwide by funding research into the causes of blindness and more effective treatments. The charity also specialises in training for medical professionals from developing countries who learn how to set up programmes which save the sight of many thousands of people.

It aims to improve the understanding of Porphyria, by reaching out to patients, relatives, doctors and medical staff, etc. Early diagnosis is vital if we are to improve the quality of life for those affected by it. It also provides a social support system for sufferers and their families

British Scoliosis Research Foundation is the only charity that exists solely to promote research into the treatment of spinal deformities. The BSRF works closely with the Scoliosis Association UK and the British Scoliosis Society. It funds research into scoliosis and holds an international symposium to spread the knowledge gained from research.

Operates riding for the disabled and for people with special needs at College of West Anglia Milton Cambridge

Cancer and Polio Research Fund's mission is to save lives by ending the threat of secondary cancers, the cause of two thirds of all cancer deaths. It has discovered a family of genes responsible for the formation of secondary cancers and is now researching into how to stop the action of these genes

We provide Alpine Healing Holidays for children recovering from Cancer, giving them back their self-confidence and joy of life after the trauma of their illness and debilitating treatment. We fund original non-animal tested Cancer research into causes, early diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

It helps children with disabilities experience therapy, achievement and enjoyment through horseriding.

For any charitable purpose relating to the National Health Service. Supporting a range of health related activities benefiting patients, staff and giving public benefit. Related research. Challenging stigma in respect of mental health.

ChILD Lung Foundation supports children and families affected by childhood Interstitial Lung Disease (chILD). ChILD is a group of rare lung diseases where, in simple terms, oxygen has difficulty in crossing over into the blood stream.

The Children's Mitochondrial Disease Network is the only UK charity dedicated to providing information and support for all mitochondrial disorders, to families, carers and professionals. CMDN was set up initially in 1998. Proving 24hr support, so no family may never feel isolated again.

The Chris Yeates SCI Trust helps people that have suffered a Spinal Cord Injury regain some independance by providing grants for equipment and rehabilitation as well as much needed advice and support to their families and carers.

The Trust raises funds in memory of Ciaran, who suffered from a genetic skin disorder called Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness Syndrome (“KID syndrome”). The Trust aims to help people with similar conditions, as well as supporting research and promoting awareness about the difficulties of living with the multiple disabilities of blindness, deafness and skin disorders.

Established by Clarke’s parents in 1996 when 10-year old Clarke Lister died suddenly of a brain haemorrhage. We promote and assist research into causes and treatment of brain haemorrhage and share the useful results for public benefit, as well as providing support services for families affected by brain haemorrhage

Disabled riders from local organisations in the Deal and Dover area take part in activities including riding in paddocks and schooling areas, stable management and games. All admin and support help is done by volunteers. Quote from volunteer: “Their [the riders’] joy made even the horses smile!”

Deafax works to empower deaf people of all ages to lead fulfilling lives through the use of innovative communications technologies and by developing deaf-friendly resources and delivering training and workshops. By making information more accessible, visual and interactive Deafax supports deaf people, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Our aim is to promote and protect the pyhcical and mental health of persons suffering from serious spinal injury through the provision of financial assistance, support, education and practical advice.

DIAL provides a free, confidential information and advice service on all issues affecting disabled people’s everyday lives, to enable and empower individuals to improve their quality of life.

Dom’s Fund was set up in 1997 in memory of Dominic Barker, a persistent stammerer. We fund research into stammering, to develop effective support for people who stammer and their families. We particularly support research with practical outcomes and training of speech and language practitioners.

Two babies are born every day with Down's syndrome. Through information and support for people with Down's syndrome, their families and professionals, the Down's Syndrome Association helps these people live full and rewarding lives.

The only Registered UK charity dedicated to getting good medical research underway to help children with Trisomy 21. (Down's syndrome). Check out www.dsrf-uk.org for more info! Thanks for visiting!

The DMD Trust raises funds for research into cures for Duchenne & Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Duchenne is the UK's second most common inherited life-threatening disease.

The DMD Trust raises funds for research into cures for Duchenne & Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Duchenne is the UK's second most common inherited life-threatening disease.

The Duchenne Research Fund has the vision that, through our work, a cure will be found for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). The Duchenne Research Fund, formerly know as The GM Trust, was established in May 2007 to identify and fund research into finding a cure for this devastating disease.

The Ethan Perkins Trust provides grants for children with brain tumours, within Wales. The Trust donates funds to childhood glioma research projects. Named after 11 year old Ethan, who fought a brave 8 month battle against dipg. .

Fanconi Hope is a charity set up to sponsor research and support families affected by the rare genetic disorder Fanconi Anaemia that affects young children, leading to bone marrow failure and bone marrow transplantation, with very high subsequent risk of leukaemia and head & neck cancers.

The Gift of Sight Appeal funds world-class research into the prevention and treatment of blindness. Principal areas of research are Age-related macular degeneration, the commonest cause of blindness in the Western world, Nystagmus and Glaucoma. X19140

Since 1985, the GBS Support Group has supported those affected by the neuropathies Guillain-Barré syndrome and CIDP, and their clinical variants. The Charity provides information and support to sufferers and their families and aims to raise awareness of the illnesses amongst both medical professionals and the general public. It raises funds for cutting-edge research into the illnesses.

Headfirst exists to raise funds to support research into acute conditions of the nervous system which result in mental and physical disability. These could be due to a stroke, brain tumour, sudden brain haemorrage or to a serious head injury.

We support and promote the interests of adults living with acquired hearing loss (AHL) and their families. Providing information and advice, training and research and working with volunteers to raise awareness of AHL. Specialised rehab, personal development and communication courses are available.

THE CHARITY RAISES FUNDS TO PROVIDE POWERED WHEELCHAIRS FOR DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS IN THE NORTH WEST OF ENGLAND

THE CHARITY RAISES FUNDS TO PROVIDE POWERED WHEELCHAIRS FOR DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS IN THE NORTH WEST OF ENGLAND

Holidays with Help provides respite care breaks for people with disabilities and their carers who would not be able to take a break without support. The charity receives no grants, is self-funded and the trustees and helpers including the medical team, are all volunteers.

Established in May 2007 Hope 4 Kidz gives children a sense of hope and support, the wellbeing of youngsters who require various degrees of extra care, whether they are suffering from a physical or mental disability, living with a serious/prolonged illness, or need respite from poverty/abuse.

Raising funds to aid research into Lafora Body Disease. Lafora disease is the severest form of human epilepsy. It afflicts previously healthy teenagers, initially with simple fits, then increasingly with prolonged fits that do not respond to medications.

icandance - ballet for special people icandance is a London based charity that caters for people with social, emotional, physical and cognitive disability and mixes ballet and free movement to encourage creativity, social interaction and confidence in each dancer.

The Institute of Orthopaedics, the research and teaching unit of the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital at Oswestry, Shropshire has a national and international reputation and is very much regarded as a Centre of Excellence. The 2010 Virgin London Marathon will have 37 runners supporting the Institute and funds will be raised for medical research at the hospital which will be utilised to fund innovative research projects. Raising funds in the present economic climate is exceptionally difficult and all monies received will be much appreciated.

Integrating Children is a registered charity in Durham providing support to children with disabilities to access activities of their choice in the local community. It ensures children with disabilities have equal opportunities whilst ensuring they are safe and have enjoyable experiences.

The Joshua Deeth Foundation is a Charity set up in memory of Joshua O'Donnell Deeth who passed away in November 2009 from the rare neurological disorder Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia Type 1. The Charity raises funds for research and supports families affected by Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia.

We are a local mental health charity

Kingwood provides support to people with autism. Its vision is that adults with autism will be valued by and contribute to society.

The Lauren Currie Twilight Foundation is dedicated to the support of Vasculitis. The charity was set up in memory of Lauren Currie who died of Vasculitis at the age of 15 in October 2010. The charity provides Vasculitis research funding and services to develop awareness, education and support.

We are a local Charity in Lincolnshire with a Therapy Centre for those with Multiple Sclerosis offering Physiotherapy, oxygen therapy (HDOT), Reflexology, Aromatherapy, help and advice.

The Royal British Legion (Birmingham Branch) Administers and supports the delivery of welfare services and the membership and fundraising activities of the Legion’s branches and clubs throughout Birmingham. RBL welfare work is a lifeline for thousands of serving and ex-service personnel. St Margaret’s Community Trust (Ward End) Formed to refurbish, redevelop and extend the old St Margaret’s Church to create a multi-purpose community centre. Tiny Babies, Big Appeal at the Women’s Hospital A campaign raising funds to build a brand new Neonatal Unit at Birmingham Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Irish Guards Appeal Created to supplement existing Regimental charitable funds, to support the families of those killed in action, those wounded or injured on operations and those who have to leave the Army. Further details on the charities and fundraising activities can be found at :- http://www.birmingham.gov.uk/lordmayorscharities

Manchester menap the learning disability charity is not funded by National Mencap. We provide advocacy, and physical activities for people to socialise - keeping it local ! Please back us

The ME Association is a campaigning national charity which provides information and support to 240,000 people in the UK with ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Middlesbrough MS Therapy Centre is an independant local charity that provides a unique service of therapies and support to MS sufferers their families and carers.

Moebius Syndrome is a rare congenital disorder which to date, has no cure. It affects primarily the 6th & 7th cranial nerves, which means that those with the condition are unable to move their faces (can't smile, frown, suck, grimace or blink eyes). We aim to raise £250,000 to fund research into the cause of Moebius.

Is a Liverpool grown charity dedicated to promoting social inclusion. It helps people with a learning disability to make choices and move on with their lives. It seeks to create opportunities for disabled people to have their voices heard and opinions recognised through a person centred approach.

We help those diagnosed with MS and their families and friends. The society was established in 1951 and the aims of the society are to support those in Jersey with Multiple Sclerosis and their families, emotionally and financially, whilst searching for the cause and cure of the disease.

The Muir Maxwell Trust is the UK's only charity dedicated to paediatric epilepsy. The Trust’s remit is to provide practical support to children and their families coping with severe epilepsy and to increase awareness and understanding of epilepsy and help remove the stigma associated with the condition.

MSRC is a proactive charity passionately committed to supporting anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis through access to unbiased information and advice. Our approach is to encourage individuals to make choices that are appropriate to their daily lives, empowering them to maximise their potential.

The MS Society is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to beating multiple sclerosis; investing in world class MS research to find the cause and cure for this devastating neurological condition and providing vital support, information and services to those affected. With your help we can beat MS.

The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign leads the fight against muscular dystrophy and related muscle-wasting conditions in the UK. We fund world-class research, provide free information and support, give grants towards equipment and campaign to raise awareness and bring about change.

also known as Yorkshire Eye Research, is a Branch of the National Eye Research Centre, which raises money to spend on eye research in Yorkshire. This research is not funded by the NHS. Please be generous.

The Neuropathy Trust is committed to a better future for all sufferers of peripheral neuropathy and neuropathic pain. Through education and communication to patients and healthcare professionals, the aim of the Trust is to raise awareness of these neuropathic disorders and provide a lifeline to all sufferers.

Help us raise funds to support students and groundbreaking medical research at Newcastle University. By fundraising for us you can choose what area you wish to support, whether this is for our Stem Cell Research Fund, research into genetic disorders, age-related diseases or student bursaries.

The charity focuses on raising money to fund scientists who are researching a cure for spinal chord injury. To date we have raised funds through the sale of a cookbook, 'Off Duty', fundraising dinners and sponsorship events. Thank you for your support.

Nystagmus is a serious, incurable eye condition. Few people with nystagmus can drive and most have difficulties in everyday life, work and education. You can be born with nystagmus or develop it in adulthood. NN provides information, support and advice as well as funding and encouraging research.

To raise necessary funds for the research and education for orthopaedic surgery

The Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals (ORH) Charitable Funds is the umbrella charity for over 700 funds supporting projects across the ORH NHS Trust that enhance services and facilities for patients and staff. These range from support for particular wards, at the John Radcliffe, Churchill and Horton Hospitals, to larger fundraising campaigns to support major developments such as the new Oxford Cancer Centre, the Oxford Children's Hospital, the Geratology Appeal and the Oxford Heart Centre expansion. As one of the foremost teaching trusts in the UK, the Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals enjoy a national and international reputation in fields such as cancer and cranio-facial surgery. Please give generously - your support enables us to provide the best possible healthcare in the best possible setting, to a standard far higher than the NHS alone would be able to afford. Please note: If you wish to donate to a specific area within ORH Charitable Funds you will be able to specify this at the end of the donation process. Thank you.

Remedi provides funds for medical research projects in the UK which result in new rehabilitation procedures, improved medical equipment, services and facilities which dramatically improve the quality of life for babies, children and adults and make the journey from illness or disability back to a normal life a reality.

Rett Syndrome has already been reversed in the lab. Our only goal is to speed the time it takes to translate these research developments into treatments and cures for our children living with Rett Syndrome today. Our girls are waiting. Let them not wait a moment longer than they have to.

SAMS is the Staffordshire branch of MSRC. We are based on Whitebridge Lane, Stone and we offer support to anyone affected by MS. Some of our services include physiotherapy, t’ai chi classes, MS nurse clinics and provides an ideal opportunity to meet other people and get support and information.

It supports additional services, providing benefits to patients and staff, that would not normally be provided as part of the usual service provided by the Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust business. Also supports essential medical research into the relief of sickness and disability.

Shine Together is the charity at Frenchay and Southmead hospitals in Bristol and also includes funds for BrAMS (Bristol & Avon Multiple Sclerosis) and the Bristol Urological Institute (BUI). Shine together is the working title for North Bristol NHS Trust Charitable Funds, charity no.1055900.

Shine Together is the charity at Frenchay and Southmead hospitals in Bristol and also includes funds for BrAMS (Bristol & Avon Multiple Sclerosis) and the Bristol Urological Institute (BUI). Shine together is the working title for North Bristol NHS Trust Charitable Funds, charity no.1055900.

SPECAL offers an innovative, positive, practical and sustainable approach to the care of people with dementia. Training is offered to family, friends and professionals to promote well-being for the individual person with dementia, 24 hours a day, every day, for life.

SIA is the national organisation of the UK's 40,000 spinal cord injured people. SIA provides a helpline, conducts research, campaigns and offers a peer advice network, a link Scheme and a website. SIA believes that life needn't stop when you're paralysed.

Spinal Research is a pioneering charity. Its aim is to find ways to repair spinal cord injury and reverse the paralysis that results from it. Based in the UK and recognised as a leader in its field, Spinal Research funds groundbreaking projects at scientific and medical institutions around the world. The next landmark is the launch of clinical trials with paralysed volunteers. These trials will test innovative treatments that could repair damage in the human spinal cord, and so restore sensation and movement.

The Foundation`s main aim is to improve the quality of life through research. Research will be concerned with practicalities of living with spinal cord injury, but also with a committment to pushing back the scientific frontiers of spinal cord injury. One of the initial priorities is to establish a research institute adjacent to the National Spinal Injuries centre.

Thomas Pocklington Trust is the leading provider of housing, care and support services for people with sight loss in the UK. Each year Pocklington also commits around £700,000 to fund social and public health research and development projects.

The UKCNRC supports and delivers research into childhood neurological disorders across the whole UK. It links all the centres caring for children with neurological diseases together, so that coordinated national research can be delivered into these often rare and neglected conditions. Thank you for your support.

Working globally to promote the mental, physical, sexual and emotional health of Pakistani men and women, to promote equal opportunities. To advance the education of Pakistani women.

Beit Issie Shapiro is Israel's leading organization in the development and provision of innovative therapies & services for children with disabilities, playing a leading role in promoting the inclusion of people with special needs in society. The organization has an impact on 30,000 people annually.

Our Vauxhall Community Centre has been at the heart of child care provision since 1985 providing a lifeline for over 100 vulnerable families who desperately need our support to continue working or studying. Help us to maintain these services, Vauxhall Community Centre cannot exist without your help!

Imagine losing the ability to move and feel for the rest of your natural life. That is the reality for millions of individuals world-wide who have become victims of a paralysing spinal cord injury. Walkoncemore funds cutting edge research into a cure for this horrific condition. With your help they can weld the key to unlock paralysis.

Our charity benefits patients of The Walton Centre by providing extra facilities and specialised equipment. It also funds research into neurological conditions and training for staff to learn new techniques.

The MS Society exists to make life better for people living with MS. By the end of 2011 we’ll no longer directly provide respite care. As a Woodlands' supporter we guarantee every £ you donate will be used to support people accessing respite care in the Yorkshire area now, during 2011 and beyond.

To offer support to other families affected by Worster-Drought Syndrome.To raise awareness with professional workers and other interested individuals. To Support and promotion of any research into Worster-Drought Syndrome

YAMND offers emotional and practical support for people with motor neurone disease and their families living within a 20 mile radius of York District Hospital. The Charity also supports research into developing treatments and, hopefully one day, a cure.