Our Supporters
At The Children’s Centre, we are incredibly grateful for the generous support of the organisations and individuals who help us make a real difference to children, young people, and families across the Isle of Man. Their belief in our mission enables us to provide vital services that nurture resilience, wellbeing, and brighter futures.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the following supporters for their commitment and trust in our work. Their support is a mark of credibility and validation for everything we do, helping us deliver impactful programmes and life-changing support to those who need it most:
Partnerships
Joanna Simpson Foundation.
Founded in memory of Joanna Simpson, who was tragically killed in 2010, the Joanna Simpson Foundation is dedicated to transforming the care, support, and protection of children affected by domestic abuse and homicide. The foundation works to ensure these forgotten victims receive the justice and assistance they need to move forward from traumatic events.
MCAT (Manx Children’s Art Therapy)
MCAT is a registered charity on the Isle of Man dedicated to providing art psychotherapy to children and young people. In partnership with The Children’s Centre, MCAT offers a clinical art psychotherapy service four days a week, using creative expression as a powerful tool to help children living with long-term physical or mental health challenges. Through this therapeutic approach, MCAT not only supports children in processing their experiences and emotions but also provides essential guidance and care for their families, fostering healing and resilience.
With thanks to
Manx Lottery Trust
Established over 34 years ago, the Manx Lottery Trust has distributed more than £13 million to good causes on the Isle of Man. As a delegated partner of the National Lottery Community Fund, the trust offers various grant programmes to support local communities, aiming to improve the lives of those most in need through funding diverse projects and initiatives.
Garfield Weston Foundation
The Garfield Weston Foundation is a family-founded charitable grant-making foundation that donates around £100 million annually to support a wide range of charities across the UK. Their funding spans various sectors, including welfare, youth, community, environment, education, health, arts, heritage, and faith, aiming to make a positive difference in society.
Scholl Foundation
Established in 1947 by Dr. William M. Scholl, the Dr. Scholl Foundation is a private, independent grant-making foundation dedicated to charitable purposes. With a global vision, the foundation supports initiatives that improve the world, reflecting Dr. Scholl's commitment to innovation, practicality, hard work, and compassion.
Ann Harrison Trust
The Ann Harrison Trust supports a diverse range of causes on the Isle of Man, with a unique approach to its grant-making. The trust alternates its focus each year — one year providing funding for animal welfare initiatives, and the next year supporting antiquarian and heritage-related projects. This thoughtful and varied approach ensures that both the island’s living creatures and its rich cultural history receive valuable support.