Our News
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National Police Memorial Day – 2024
Thousands of police officers who have died on duty have been honoured at the 21st annual National Police Memorial Day. Members of the police family gathered in Glasgow on Sunday 29 September, to honour around 5,000 officers who have lost their lives on duty and the names of those officers who had died in the…
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Learning & Achieving
Here at Police Children’s Fund we love to hear from parents who share a few words about how they have used a grant to support the education, development and wellbeing of their children. Mum, Lizzy, a medically retired Hampshire officer, keeps us regularly updated on Louie’s experiences. She took Louie to Woodseaves miniature railway over…
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Supporting a Bright Future
A medically retired Hampshire officer whose daughter has been supported by Police Children’s Fund since 2022 has shared her thoughts about her experience of the Fund now that the support we can offer is nearing its end. Jo told us “As I am coming to the end of the incredible support the Police Children’s Fund…
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Out & About
The Fund was out and about last Saturday night when our lovely manager, Sherral, represented us at a presentation evening for the PSUK Volleyball Championships hosted by Sussex Police Volleyball Section. Police Children’s Fund was one of two charities nominated as a recipient of the fundraising efforts. Each charity, the other being PSTD999, has received…
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Sherral’s Summer Update
Hi everyone and welcome to the second of my quarterly updates. I hope you’re having an enjoyable summer. I find myself reflecting on a career with the charity which has just passed 15 years. It’s fair to say I’ve witnessed many positive changes and met wonderful and committed trustees along the way. It’s a privilege…
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Funding Florida Fun!
Here at Police Children’s Fund we help many eligible police children and their families at times when those bigger unexpected costs can arise. The trustees recently awarded a grant for a school sports trip to one of our South Wales beneficiaries and Will’s mum sent a ‘thank you’ and explained how the Fund has made…
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Twin Talents
Two of our Leicestershire beneficiaries, along with their older brother, are a constant source of pride to their mum, Samantha, and especially so, following their recent achievements in the world of creative writing. The family have been supported by Police Children’s Fund since 2016 and in that time we have helped with educational grants towards…
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Learning is Fun
We love it when parents and our beneficiaries let us know how they have used their grants. Mum, Lizzy, a medically retired Hampshire officer, frequently engages with us to let us know how we have helped towards her son’s learning experiences and he has many of them! Back in the February half term holiday, Lizzy…
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A Tale of Two Charities – Supporting the Children of Police Officers
Despite being separated by the English Channel, these two charities share a mission: to provide stability and opportunities for children. Here’s a closer look at their similarities and their vital roles in their respective countries. Background and Mission Police Children’s Fund: Formerly known as The Gurney Fund. Catherine Gurney founded the Christian Police Association in…
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Helping When it is Most Needed
At Police children’s Fund we are always keen to hear how we have made a difference so that we can continue improving and developing the way we work. The lovely parent of one of our Hampshire beneficiaries got in touch to share her experience and say ‘thank you’. “I am so very grateful to Police…
