Magdalena is a Mum to Kyra (18). The family applied through Magdalena's employer when Kyra needed study essentials for sixth form. Here, Magdalena shares their story.

"As a single mum on low income I have been struggling recently. The cost of living crisis was still impacting us and with a few debts, it’s been hard. I work in fashion retail and found out about the FTCT through my manager at work and decided to apply." 

"At the time, my daughter was due to start sixth form and she needed a laptop for her homework. She was always doing her homework on the phone or in the library. She also needed new bedroom furniture as everything she had was getting old."  

"After we got that grant it seemed that having the new items for her room helped my daughter to sleep better, which has helped her anxiety and she started feeling better about the new school year."  

"The laptop is making a difference too she can now do her homework in her bedroom. Plus, the new backpack, uniform and few new school items we got funded will definitely make her start on new academic year more positive." 

Considering applying for a grant? Magdalena offered this advice,  "I would say, if you’re struggling don’t be ashamed to apply. It’s definitely is worth it."

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