Help for Families
Find out how to get grant funding for a block of music therapy sessions.
Creating connection through music
We help children with serious illnesses or disabilities to connect, communicate and express themselves through the power of music.
Our Story
Spreading joy through music for over 30 years
Jessie’s Fund was inspired by Jessica May George, a bright, musical nine-year-old whose life was sadly cut short by a rare brain tumour in 1994. Founded by her parents, musicians Lesley Schatzberger and Alan George, the charity uses music to support seriously ill and disabled children across the UK, continuing Jessie’s love of life and creativity.
Our proud achievements
Here's what we've done over the last 30 years:
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12,500+
Music therapy sessions funded
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47
Music therapy posts established
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300+
Schools participated in our programme
I am very honoured to have been approached by Jessie’s Fund to become their Patron. Music has always played a very special part in my life, as a healer and an inspiration. To be able to reach out to young people with complex needs and allow them to communicate through the power of music is a must. What a wonderful and essential charity.