H and M Castang Charitable Trust

The H and M Castang Charitable Trust, operating as the Castang Foundation, was established in 1986 through a bequest by Miss Hilda Castang to honor her brother Max, who lived with cerebral palsy. Its core mission is to advance research into childhood neurodisability—particularly cerebral palsy—focusing on causes, treatments, and management through both basic scientific studies and applied therapeutic interventions that enhance quality of life for affected children, young people, and families. Guided by specialist trustees with expertise in paediatric medicine and neuroscience, the Foundation emphasizes strategic, impact-driven funding, often partnering with other organizations to support UK-wide research in health, disability services, and life-saving innovations.

It funds academic and clinical research projects and workshops at leading universities, hospitals, and research groups with proven track records in paediatric neuroscience. Priorities include investigations into cerebral palsy etiology, evaluations of interventions for better disability outcomes, and collaborative events to disseminate knowledge and foster professional networks, always targeting charitable activities for measurable advancements in child health services.

Eligible applicants are exclusively academic institutions and established research entities; the Trust does not accept unsolicited applications, operating invite-only by proactively selecting aligned partners. There are no geographic restrictions (UK-wide focus), income thresholds, or religious barriers, though it prefers medium-to-large organizations with research capacity. Typical grants range from £20,000 to £50,000, with one or two awarded annually via ad hoc trustee meetings—no public deadlines or forms.

Distinctively specialist in childhood neurodisability, it avoids direct support for individuals, communities, or non-research activities, prioritizing long-term scientific and clinical impact over grassroots efforts, setting it apart in the UK paediatric research landscape.