Providing a helping hand if the unimaginable happens

The Police Children’s Charity is a registered Charity which aims to support Police families by helping to ease the financial pressures of bringing up children in the face of life-changing circumstances.

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The Police Children’s Charity is a registered Charity which aims to support Police families by helping to ease the financial pressures of bringing up children in the face of life-changing circumstances. These circumstances could involve the death of the Police Donor Parent or their partner, or where the Police Donor takes early medical retirement. This applies to both on and off duty incidents or issues.

The Charity also provides financial assistance to support the mental health and wellbeing of the children of Serving Police Donors.

The Police put their lives on the line every day to keep our neighbourhoods and communities safe and free from crime. While no amount of money can replace a Parent, support from the Charity can provide a degree of financial certainly in difficult times.

Support the Charity and together we can help safeguard our beneficiary children’s future.

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Real Life Stories

Thomas Family Story

 

Tragedy happened to our family in October 1999 when my husband Neil suffered a devastating stroke. This left him with profound disabilities both physical and cognitive impairments....

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Smith Family Story – Serving Ex Gratia Grant

Lilys mum is a Serving Officer in Nottinghamshire Police. On hearing about the ‘Grants for All’ they applied for the Ex Gratia grant to help suppor...

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Rook Family Story

All I had ever dreamed of and wanted to be growing up was a Police Officer. I had no plan B if this was not achieved. School was painful place for me – diagnosed with dyslexia and a never-ending...

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Nick Rook a medically retired Officer from West Yorkshire tells his story here how he never thought his family would need the Charities help.

www.thepolicechildrenscharity.org/real-life-stories/rook-family-story/
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Nick Rook a medically retired Officer from West Yorkshire tells his story here how he never thought his family would need the Charities help. 

https://www.thepolicechildrenscharity.org/real-life-stories/rook-family-story/

Looking back at last week’s Knaresborough Bed Race! 🛏️🏃‍♂️☀️

North Yorkshire Police ran in support of the TPCC, showing true community spirit and determination in the heat, all for a powerful cause.

The money raised helps children with police parents who have experience the unimaginable, guiding them through their educational journey and beyond. ❤️

To learn more about why they chose to fundraise and support TPCC, please visit their JustGiving page: www.justgiving.com/team/harrogate-outer-run-the-bed-race

Watch the video to relive the fun and spirit of the day! 🎥☀️
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North Yorkshire Police – Knaresborough Bed Race 2025 🛏👮‍♀️💙

This year, North Yorkshire Police will be running the Knaresborough Bed Race in loving memory of their colleague and friend, PC 949 Rosie Prior, who tragically lost her life on 11th January while selflessly helping others. Rosie’s courage and compassion will never be forgotten, and they will proudly wear her collar number on their vests as they race in her honour.

They are raising funds for The Police Children's Charity, a cause close to Rosie’s family. This supports the children of police officers facing the unimaginable whether through loss or life-altering injury and helps ease the burden during the toughest times.

💙 Please support them if you can, every donation, big or small, makes a real difference.
👉https://www.justgiving.com/page/harrogate-outer-run-the-bed-race
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North Yorkshire Police – Knaresborough Bed Race 2025 🛏👮‍♀️💙

This year, North Yorkshire Police will be running the Knaresborough Bed Race in loving memory of their colleague and friend, PC 949 Rosie Prior, who tragically lost her life on 11th January while selflessly helping others. Rosie’s courage and compassion will never be forgotten, and they will proudly wear her collar number on their vests as they race in her honour.

They are raising funds for The Police Childrens Charity, a cause close to Rosie’s family. This supports the children of police officers facing the unimaginable whether through loss or life-altering injury and helps ease the burden during the toughest times.

💙 Please support them if you can, every donation, big or small, makes a real difference.
👉https://www.justgiving.com/page/harrogate-outer-run-the-bed-raceImage attachmentImage attachment

Today we welcomed Chris Prior to The Police Children’s Charity Head Office at the The Police Treatment Centres in Harrogate this week.

Chris’ wife, Rosie Prior, a dedicated officer at North Yorkshire Police, tragically lost her life earlier this year while stopping to help a stranded motorist near York. Following her passing, their two sons became beneficiaries of The Police Children’s Charity, receiving ongoing support for their education and future.

Chris nominated TPCC as the chosen charity for donations at Rosie’s funeral. Since then, Chris, alongside his colleagues and many of Rosie’s former colleagues at North Yorkshire Police, have continued to raise funds for the charity with, including a North Yorkshire Police team entry in the Knaresborough Bed Race on Saturday 14 June. We are incredibly grateful for Chris’ ongoing support and inspired by his strength and generosity.

Chris was accompanied on his visit by Rob Bowles, Chair of the North Yorkshire Police Federation, who has been a tremendous support to the family. During his visit, Chris shared, “The TPCC is a fantastic charity that really helped us as a family at our time of need. I would strongly encourage all police officers and police staff to sign up to the charity, as you never know when you might need them.”

Click the link to support the Rosie's colleagues at North Yorkshire Police as they race to raise funds at the Knaresborough Bed Race: www.justgiving.com/page/harrogate-outer-run-the-bed-race
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Today we welcomed Chris Prior to The Police Children’s Charity Head Office at the The Police Treatment Centres in Harrogate this week.
 
Chris’ wife, Rosie Prior, a dedicated officer at North Yorkshire Police, tragically lost her life earlier this year while stopping to help a stranded motorist near York. Following her passing, their two sons became beneficiaries of The Police Children’s Charity, receiving ongoing support for their education and future.
 
Chris nominated TPCC as the chosen charity for donations at Rosie’s funeral. Since then, Chris, alongside his colleagues and many of Rosie’s former colleagues at North Yorkshire Police, have continued to raise funds for the charity with, including a North Yorkshire Police team entry in the Knaresborough Bed Race on Saturday 14 June. We are incredibly grateful for Chris’ ongoing support and inspired by his strength and generosity.
 
Chris was accompanied on his visit by Rob Bowles, Chair of the North Yorkshire Police Federation, who has been a tremendous support to the family. During his visit, Chris shared, “The TPCC is a fantastic charity that really helped us as a family at our time of need. I would strongly encourage all police officers and police staff to sign up to the charity, as you never know when you might need them.”
 
Click the link to support the Rosies colleagues at North Yorkshire Police as they race to raise funds at the Knaresborough Bed Race: https://www.justgiving.com/page/harrogate-outer-run-the-bed-race

Neil served in Cleveland Police for nearly 20 years before suffering form a devasting stroke. At the same time of Neil having a stoke his wife was 8 weeks pregnant with there first child.

Here the family talk about how the Charity has been able to support them financially over the years

www.thepolicechildrenscharity.org/real-life-stories/thomas-family/
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Neil served in Cleveland Police for nearly 20 years before suffering form a devasting stroke. At the same time of Neil having a stoke his wife was 8 weeks pregnant with there first child.

Here the family talk about how the Charity has been able to support them financially over the years

https://www.thepolicechildrenscharity.org/real-life-stories/thomas-family/

In March, Greater Manchester Police's PC Andrew Willis pushed himself outside of his comfort zone and completed the Wigan Half Marathon to rasie funds for The Police Children's Charity. Prior to this, Andrew had never ran more than 10k, so this was an incredible achievement!

Andrew is so close to reaching his £300 fundrasing target, with only two weeks to go before his JustGiving page closes.

Every donation, no matter the size, will help make a real difference. If you can, please show your support and help Andrew reach his goal❤❤❤
www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-willis-1

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In March, Greater Manchester Polices PC Andrew Willis pushed himself outside of his comfort zone and completed the Wigan Half Marathon to rasie funds for The Police Childrens Charity. Prior to this, Andrew had never ran more than 10k, so this was an incredible achievement!

Andrew is so close to reaching his £300 fundrasing target, with only two weeks to go before his JustGiving page closes.

Every donation, no matter the size, will help make a real difference. If you can, please show your support and help Andrew reach his goal❤❤❤
https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-willis-1

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Here are just a few of the lovely messages that were on our pin board in St Georges Holiday Home.

We would love to see your pictures and messages from your stay with us.

(New scrap book pending for you all to leave more messages as the current one is full) 🖍🎨📖
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Here are just a few of the lovely messages that were on our pin board in St Georges Holiday Home.

We would love to see your pictures and messages from your stay with us.

(New scrap book pending for you all to leave more messages as the current one is full) 🖍🎨📖Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment
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