Introducing the grant recipients

Grant Awards

We are delighted to announce the delivery of £297,000 to 26 charities through the Big Charity Giveaway 2026.

At its heart, the initiative is about giving back to charities working on the frontline of their communities – providing vital funding to help them continue, grow and strengthen the support they offer to those who need it most.

Launched on 8 January, the programme invited charities and community organisations to apply for grants of up to £15,000 to enhance their work and expand essential services. From the outset, the aim was clear: to invest in charities delivering real, tangible support to people facing some of life’s toughest challenges.

The response highlighted just how important this funding is. More than 300 organisations applied, collectively requesting over £3 million – a powerful reflection of both the incredible work charities are doing and the growing demand for their services.

In recognition of this need, the Appeal increased the funding pot by more than 10% - from £250,000 to £297,000 – ensuring even more charities receive the investment they need to support their communities.

This investment will support a wide range of vital causes, from helping bereaved children rebuild their lives, to supporting young people with disabilities and additional needs, to assisting families coping with cancer and long-term health conditions, to tackling poverty and improving opportunities for disadvantaged communities.

Every grant awarded will fund a specific project, ensuring that this investment translates into real, practical support on the ground. It will help charities reach more people, expand their services, and strengthen the lifelines so many individuals and families rely on.

The initiative continues the legacy of the late Jane Tomlinson CBE, whose determination and generosity transformed countless lives. Today, that same spirit underpins the Appeal’s commitment to investing in charities and supporting communities facing increasing challenges.

This work is only made possible by the thousands of runners who take part in the Run For All and BTR Liverpool events each year – whether chasing a PB, taking on a personal challenge, or enjoying their local community, every participant helps sustain vital fundraising and support for charities.

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“This investment is about backing charities making a real difference in communities every day. We see first-hand how vital their work is, and we’re proud to support them to reach more people and deliver help where it’s needed most"
Mike Tomlinson, Jane’s Husband and Trustee of The Jane Tomlinson Appeal