Wellbeing grants
Providing financial support to help families through treatment and beyond through our Big Love Fund.
About our wellbeing grants
Our Big Love Fund provides wellbeing grants of up to £250 per year for families across the UK affected by neuroblastoma, from diagnosis through treatment and for up to five years afterwards. Grants can be used to support the physical or emotional wellbeing of a child or young person, including activities, equipment, experiences and other items that make a positive difference during and after treatment.
Who can apply?
You may be eligible if:
- Your child or young person is aged 0–30 years and has a diagnosis of neuroblastoma.
- Your family is residing in the UK or Ireland.
- You are applying during treatment or within five years of treatment ending.
No means testing is required. If you're unsure whether you meet the eligibility criteria, please contact us at familygrants@solvingkidscancer.org.uk.
How to apply
You can apply directly, or someone can apply on your behalf, for example a healthcare professional. To apply:
- Complete the wellbeing grant application form.
- If requested, provide a letter from your treating centre confirming your child's diagnosis.
About the Fund
The Big Love Fund was inspired by Luke Wiltshire's story, who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at 14 years old. In 2021, Luke and his family received the devastating news that there were no more curative options for him. Having faced years of aggressive and toxic cancer treatment, Luke found solace and comfort in the world of Marvel and gaming, and had a special wish to play the not yet released game, Marvel’s Midnight Suns from 2K and Firaxis Games.
Following a public appeal from Solving Kids’ Cancer UK, Luke’s story reached the gaming community, eventually leading to 2K visiting him with an in‑development version of the game. Luke became one of the first people in the world to play it and is forever honoured within the game, with a small tribute reading “Luke was here” engraved on a tree. Luke sadly died in 2021 at the age of 23.
Luke’s legacy
Watch this short video to learn more about Luke’s story and how his legacy continues to help families affected by neuroblastoma.
Contact us
If you have any questions about applying for a grant or need guidance before applying, please get in touch at: familygrants@solvingkidscancer.org.uk
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"Luke was someone so special.
He will be so pleased to know that other children and young people can be helped like he was. He would have given everything to ensure others were okay. His journey is our inspiration and his legacy will live on; he will be recognised just how he wanted to be."
- Claire, Luke's sister