Welcome to VICTA
If you are the parent of a child who is blind or partially sighted, or a young adult aged 29 or under who is visually impaired, VICTA is here to help. Why not explore our activities, services and grant programmes. If you are looking to support us, you can become a volunteer or join one of our fundraising events such as the London Marathon.
The VICTA Summer Festival is Coming…
Visit the VICTA Summer Festival website to find out all the ways you can get involved over the summer to win prizes and earn awards!
Supporting each other through social distancing
Find out how VICTA is responding to COVID-19 and make use of our helpful resources and services for families and young adults.
For families
VICTA offers activities and support for children and their families, helping to build networks, confidence and personal independence.
Pre-teens
Hands-on learning in safe, fun and supportive environments for 10 to 13 years. Make friends, gain independence and increase confidence.
Youth activities
Young people aged 14 to 17 can join our youth activities, from weekend breaks to international excursions and share new experiences with others their own age.
For young adults
Our support doesn’t end at 18. Young adults from 18 to 29 can benefit from our activities, international expeditions and employability programmes.
Earn an award
Explore VICTA’s national awards programme including the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and John Muir Environmental Award.
Apply for a grant
Our grant programme is open to those aged 0 to 29 and supports the purchase of assistive equipment to aid your visual impairment. Find out if you are eligible.
The Parent Network
Join the VICTA Parent Network and visit our online Parent Portal, designed to help you feel more confident, knowledgeable and less isolated.
Fundraise for VICTA
Run the London Marathon or enter one of our other fundraising events and VICTA will be here to support you. Join #TeamVICTA today!
Become a volunteer
We need your help to support children & young people on our activity breaks, family weekends and international trips. Be part of our volunteer team!
Coming up at VICTA
VICTA Summer Festival
There's something for everyone at our Summer Festival, join in to win!
Age: Everyone
Closing date: 31 August 2020
VICTA Science competition with Microsoft and City University
Enter your video!
Age: 10 to 17 years
Closing date: 26 June 2020
Science Gallery London and VICTA: SEEING Exhibition Project
Date: April 2020
Location: London
Age: 18 to 25 years
Closing date: 31 March 2020
VICTA Family Day at Windmill Hill City Farm
Date: TBC
Location: Windmill Hill City Farm, Bristol
Age: Family
Register interest