The early years have a huge impact on children’s futures. Research consistently shows that good early childhood development has a…
Families in the UK with a disabled child face challenges and inequality across all areas of life. Two in five…
Pears Foundation is delighted to announce the launch today of two new reports by the King’s Fund on Volunteering in NHS Trusts.
Each year the Foundation’s trustees identify a number of small, community-based organisations to receive a surprise seasonal boost of unrestricted funding.
“Whilst many feel that caring is one of the most important things they do, its challenges should not be underestimated.”
Christmas Gifts are our way of marking the festive season in a spirit of generosity and appreciation for the incredible work of local charities.
Pears Foundation supports children who face extra barriers to learning. Children with serious challenges at home don’t go into the…
Pears Foundation is investing £1 million in a national programme to reduce the need for food banks.
Pears Foundation is one of nineteen funders, foundations and philanthropists who are partnering with the Government’s Community Match Challenge
To mark Carers Week, we join the CEO of Carers Trust in his call for recognition and support for unpaid carers.
We are delighted to share blogs highlighting the Power of Youth this Volunteers’ Week
The Christmas Gifts are our way to mark the festive season, each year the trustees identify a number of small, community based organisations to receive a surprise seasonal boost.
By guest blogger Trisha Thompson, Head of Programmes & Learning at Carers Trust
A report released today finds that 2 in 3 autistic adults in England are not getting the support they need….
The Trussell Trust’s latest figures show an 18.8% increase in use of food banks this year.
Pears Foundation has more than doubled its annual support for unpaid carers across the UK.
To mark Autism Awareness Week, we are thrilled to welcome guest blogger, Carol Povey, Director of the Centre for Autism…
Afrikids have opened the Pears Mother and Babies Centre at Operation Smiles in Northern Ghana.
Volunteers are essential in supporting the smooth running of the NHS. They add value to services, enhance patient experience, support…
With one in six children and young people affected by a diagnosable mental health problem it has never been more…
14 million people live below the poverty line in Britain today, including 4 million children. Every day people in the…
Pears Foundation is committed to improving and sustaining wellbeing, especially for young people. We fund partners who provide support to…
Pears Foundation is committed to improving and sustaining wellbeing. We fund partners who provide support to families facing challenging circumstances,…
Pears Foundation supports organisations that promote children’s social and emotional wellbeing and contribute to better understanding of the challenges that…
We’re sharing our #iwillPledge today to mark our commitment to youth #socialaction for ALL young people.
Pears Foundation supports organisations that promote and enhance wellbeing, including for those coming to the end of their lives. It…
Trussell Trust end of year stats highlight stark figures.
Our guest blogger Dr Jane Collins, Chief Executive of Marie Curie writes for The Great Daffodil Appeal.
We are excited to attend the Launch NHS70 increasing opportunities for young people to make a difference.
A seasonal boost for young carers
Carers UK launch new guide to mark Carers Rights Day 2017.
Pears Foundation is supporting Jewish Care’s new multi-purpose Care Campus. This £47million redevelopment will see Princess Alexandra Care Home in…
Bridget attends NHS Expo 2017 to mark the launch of the first six NHS pilot sites funded through the Pears #iwill Fund.
We are pleased to welcome our guest blogger Chris Mould, who led the Trussell Trust for ten years as Chairman.
As part of Volunteering Week 2017 we are sharing our pledge and commitment to youth social action.
We are pleased to welcome our guest blogger Melina Pelling, a young volunteer and Dementia Friends trainer.
We are excited to announce that we are now inviting targeted expressions of interest for funding.
We are pleased to welcome Chris Burghes, CEO of the Royal Free Charity, as our guest blogger.