Registered
- Charity no. 111219
- Date registered. 01/09/2026
Public benefits
The Charity’s purpose is to relieve the needs of families and children through the provision of emotional support, practical assistance, educational resources, community events, and such other charitable activities as the trustees may determine for the public benefit. Chester’s Chance provides direct public benefit to children and families affected
by serious childhood illness, hospital treatment, bereavement, and hardship. The charity offers emotional support through community engagement, support networks, and signposting services, helping families feel less isolated during difficult times. Practical assistance is provided through care packages, gifts, comfort items, family experiences, and initiatives that ease everyday pressures and improve wellbeing. Educational resources and awareness campaigns increase understanding of childhood illness and bereavement while encouraging a compassionate and supportive community. Through fundraising and community events, families can access support, build connections, and create positive memories. Financial assistance may also be provided to relieve hardship caused by illness, treatment, or loss. Chester’s Chance honours Chester Byrne’s legacy by creating lasting support for children and families in need No The beneficiaries of Chester’s Chance are children and families affected by serious childhood illness, hospitalisation, bereavement, and associated financial or emotional hardship. No
What your organisation does
The Charity fulfils these purposes by: • Providing emotional support and signposting services to families. • Organising community fundraising events to assist families facing difficult circumstances. • Delivering remembrance and legacy projects that honour the lives of children who have died. • Providing practical and financial support to
families experiencing hardship as a result of the illness or loss of a child. • Funding resources, equipment, experiences, and services that improve the wellbeing of affected children and families. • Raising awareness of childhood illness, baby loss, bereavement, and the challenges faced by grieving families. • Facilitating community events, educational initiatives, and family activities that promote connection, support, and inclusion. • Working alongside healthcare professionals, support organisations, schools, and community groups to improve outcomes for children and families.
The charity’s classifications
- The relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage
Who the charity helps
- Children (5-13 year olds)
- General public
- General public
How the charity works
- Advice/advocacy/information
- Community development
- Community development