We exist to relieve the financial hardship experienced by working families following the diagnosis of cancer in a child or young person. Every donation received helps us support families facing one of the most difficult periods of their lives.
Our Mission
We believe no parent should have to choose between earning a living or being by their child's side during cancer treatment.
Our charity was born from lived experience.
We know that when a child is diagnosed with cancer, life changes overnight. Hospital appointments, treatment, and endless uncertainty become the priority—but the mortgage, rent, bills, and everyday costs don't stop.
Side by Side provides financial support to parents and carers who have had to reduce or stop work while caring for their child.
Our mission is simple: to ease the financial burden so families can focus on what matters most—being together.
What We Help With
We exist to relieve the financial hardship experienced by working families following the diagnosis of cancer in a child or young person.
Through grants and practical financial support, we want to ease the burden that cancer places on families, giving parents something priceless: the opportunity to spend more time with their child and less time worrying about money.
Every pound donated is intended to go towards supporting families and delivering the Foundation’s charitable purpose.
We know we can’t take away a cancer diagnosis.
But together, we can help remove some of the financial pressure that comes with it.
No family should have to choose between paying the bills and being by their child’s side.
Together, we can give families something money can’t buy…
Time.
Household Bills
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Side by Side do?
Side by Side provides financial support to families following the diagnosis of cancer in a child or young person. Our aim is to reduce the financial pressure on parents and carers who have had to reduce their working hours, take unpaid leave or stop working so they can care for their child.
Who can apply for support?
We support parents and carers experiencing financial hardship following a cancer diagnosis in a child or young person. Full eligibility criteria and details of how to apply will be provided through our application process.
Where does my donation go?
Donations help fund financial support for families and the essential costs involved in delivering the Foundation’s charitable work. We are committed to using every donation carefully and responsibly.
How can I support Side by Side?
You can support our work by making a donation, organising a fundraiser, partnering with us or helping to raise awareness. Every contribution helps us give families more time together during an exceptionally difficult period.
Can businesses partner with Side by Side?
Yes. We welcome support from businesses through fundraising, corporate donations, sponsorship and employee-led initiatives. Please contact us to discuss how your organisation could stand side by side with families affected by childhood cancer.