There are examples of where FAF can help on the Grants page. You might need financial support to purchase a new powerchair or laptop. Private therapy sessions come at a cost and FAF can help with this.

If there is something you are looking for financial support for that is not listed, please get in touch and we will get back to you.

You can apply once per year for a maximum of £5000.

We appreciate that some equipment costs more than this and are happy to support part-funding providing you can demonstrate you have access to the additional monies required.

We know grant applications can be laborious and we have deliberately created a simple application process.

The first step is to complete the application form on this website.

We ask for some basic information about the person the grant would be for and how it would be spent.

We are sure you can understand that we do ask for written confirmation of diagnosis from one of your specialists - a copy of the letter will do!

Thank you! All donations are hugely appreciated.

We are a new charity and we are working out the easiest way to donate. Please drop us a message and we will get back to you with our details.

Alternatively go to our JustGiving page

Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) is a genetic, progressive neuromuscular disease.

People with FA experience issues with balance and coordination of movement that lead to life-altering loss of mobility.

Other common symptoms can include fatigue, serious heart conditions, scoliosis, and diabetes. FA is life-shortening and affects an estimated 15,000 worldwide.