We’re delighted to introduce Emma, Molly and Laura: three passionate fundraisers helping our supporters turn generosity, creativity and brilliant ideas into meaningful support for children and families. Find out more and get in touch via our webpage: buff.ly/EeqEsOw
Child Brain Injury Trust UK
@cbituk.bsky.social
Empowering young lives, elevating families, and enriching futures after acquired brain injury 💜💙 Support. Strength. Hope. #BrighterFutures -> https://linktr.ee/cbituk
A huge thank you to Bolt Burdon Kemp, Hodge Jones & Allen, + Moore Barlow for their support towards our Family Event in London. Your sponsorship helps create a memorable day for families affected by childhood-acquired brain injury!
🧸 Albie’s ABCs of ABI: M to P Every day, we're retraining our memory, navigating services, and looking for opportunities. and practice patience. CBIT is here to help me and my family every step of the way. Together, we’re building brighter futures. 🌈 Visit childbraininjurytrust.org.uk to learn more
Even on the tough days, children with acquired brain injury have incredible strengths. Albie knows that superpowers aren’t just about flying or lifting cars. We help families recognise and celebrate these everyday superpowers, because every small step forward deserves to be seen and supported.
This Fundraising Friday, we're celebrating Tom, who turned his Brighton Marathon place into a fundraiser for CBIT. 💙🏃 After attending CBIT's Be You Ball, Tom was inspired by the families he met and wanted to make a difference. Thank you, Tom, for your incredible support and enthusiasm.
💙✨ Happy International Day of Friendship! Friendship can make all the difference. Today, we're celebrating the friendships that bring laughter, comfort and strength + the friends who listen, include + remind children that they are never alone. Tag a friend who makes your world a little brighter. 💙
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Summer Quiz Night! ☀️🧠Together, you helped raise an amazing £3,6k+ to support our life-changing work! A special thank you to Prosperity Insurance + to our sponsors Switalskis, France & Associates, and UKIM for making the evening possible.
Manchester Half Marathon – Sunday 4th October 2026 🏃 Ready to smash your next running goal? Take on the Manchester Half Marathon with #TeamCBIT and help support children and families living with the effects of brain injury. 💚 👉 Sign up today: buff.ly/X6lEncu
Worries, uncertainty and overwhelming feelings can affect not only children, but the whole family. The good news? Small steps can make a big difference. Taking deep breaths, talking about worries, keeping routines and reaching out for support can all help calm big feelings. buff.ly/cfiSVy0
📚 Albie’s ABCs of ABI: I to L Knowledge is power, and it starts with understanding ABI. Let’s talk about the Journey, Independence, and Learning to help every child reach their full potential. CBIT is by your side, every step of the way. 🤝
🚴♀️ Take on the ultimate cycling adventure with #TeamCBIT! Cycle from London to Paris across four unforgettable days while raising funds for children and families affected by brain injury. 💚 👉 Find out more and sign up: buff.ly/gcRd3Rz
National Schizophrenia Awareness Day reminds us that brain injury doesn't just affect the brain physically; it can also affect thoughts, emotions + mental wellbeing. Today, we're helping to break the stigma + reminding families that no one should have to face these challenges alone.
It's Fundraising Friday, and today we're celebrating Millie, who took on the Manchester Marathon for CBIT! 🏅💙 Thank you, Millie, for your determination, generosity and fantastic support. Interested in running Manchester for CBIT? Get in touch at fundraising@cbituk.org!
Do you work with children or young people? Join us online on Tuesday 29 September, from 9.15am–4pm, for our free, accredited Understanding Childhood Acquired Brain Injury workshop. Thank you to edendoratrust.bsky.social, whose funding makes these workshops possible. Book today: buff.ly/2F4fiMP
Brighton Marathon – Sunday 4th April 2027 From the buzzing seafront atmosphere to the incredible crowd support, this is your chance to achieve something amazing while helping children and families affected by brain injury. 💚 👉 Join #TeamCBIT now: buff.ly/V1XSVkz
This October, we're inviting schools, families, workplaces and communities across the UK to join GloWeek 2026: our annual road safety awareness campaign shining a light on childhood brain injury. Every action helps us reach another child and family who may need us. Learn more: buff.ly/uolwYBk
Did you know that our Brain Injury Info Card is the perfect size to tuck in your pocket or wallet? It’s here to help young people aged 11-18 living with ABI feel more confident. 💙 Families can ask for a FREE Brain Injury Info Card by emailing learning@cbituk.org and find out more at buff.ly/RtXZQgm
🌟 Albie’s ABCs of ABI: E to H ABI can make days long and challenging. From Emotions to Goals, Fatigue to Hope: CBIT is here to support every child and family, every single day. Let’s grow together! 🌱 Want to learn even more? Visit our website at childbraininjurytrust.org.uk to find more information
🏃♂️ Take on the incredible Manchester Marathon and run for the Child Brain Injury Trust! Every mile you complete helps us support children, young people and families affected by childhood- acquired brain injury. 💚 👉 Sign up today: buff.ly/24aR0sL
This Fundraising Friday, we're giving a huge shout-out to sisters Georgia and Emilia, who took on the Birmingham Mini Run in support of CBIT! "CBIT are doing an amazing job for all the children you support." The girls were incredibly proud of the money they raised.
🧸 Meet Albie’s friends: four incredible young people living with childhood-acquired brain injuries (ABI). Each of them has a different story, but all deserve the same thing: patience, understanding, and support. 💬 Albie reminds us: ABI can look different in every child. What’s hidden still matters.
🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Lisa Turan is CEO at the @cbituk.bsky.social. Lisa is a founder member of N-ABLES having chaired the round Table event in 2018. She provides strategic support, around building partnerships and driving the agenda forwards. buff.ly/4L52CtA
With the right support, they can continue to learn, grow + thrive. This World Youth Skills Day, we're celebrating the creativity, resilience + achievements of young people and championing a world where every child has the support they need to discover their strengths and reach their full potential.
Summer holidays can sometimes feel overwhelming. In our latest guest blog, our partners at Maggie Sargent & Associates share practical thoughts to help families plan for a more sensory-friendly summer: buff.ly/w9EN2kC
💙 Every conversation about childhood brain injury matters. By raising awareness, we can help more children and families feel understood, supported and less alone. Please share this post, start a conversation, and help us shine a light on childhood brain injury. ✨ #ChildhoodBrainInjury
I’m Albie, the infamous Child Brain Injury Trust's Teddy Bear Mascot! ✋ Each week, I will be sharing some important words to raise awareness and help understand acquired brain injury in children. Visit our childbraininjurytrust.org.uk to find more information about all of Albie's ABI topics!
Missed out on a London Marathon 2027 ballot place? Applications for our limited charity places are now open, but if you've already secured a ballot place, you can also choose to run in support of CBIT. Apply/register your own ballot place: buff.ly/wHCB7hT
Acquired brain injury isn’t currently recognised as a special educational needs category (UK), meaning many kids may not receive the help they need. We’re working alongside partners and researchers to change this, ensuring every child with an acquired brain injury is seen, supported, and understood.
We’re heading back to Alexander Stadium for an afternoon of team spirit and friendly rivalry! From egg and spoon races and shot put to tug of war, this year's Games certainly brought the energy… and 2027 is set to be even bigger and better. 👉 Book your team now: buff.ly/5A4qvrb
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in Birmingham yesterday evening for the Frenkel Topping Treasure Hunt! 💜 A huge thank you to our sponsors, No5 Barristers' Chambers and Lime Solicitors, for helping make the evening possible. 💙