About Us
Established through the bequest of Miss Hilda Castang, the Foundation has spent decades supporting research that underpins and advances the scientific understanding of childhood neurodisability.
Our History
Following the death of her brother Max, who had been born with cerebral palsy, Miss Hilda Castang was determined to provide funds for research into the causes of cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopment disorders. She left her entire estate to fund research.
Today, we continue that legacy by supporting researchers, academics and institutions whose work can transform understanding and shape future care.
Guided by a small, professionally diverse group of Trustees, the Foundation continues to invest in rigorous research that strengthens the scientific foundations of childhood neurodisability.
Mr Ian Burman
Chair of the Trustees
Ian has a longstanding connection to the Castang Foundation having, along with fellow Trustee Michael Glynn and settlor Hilda Castang, established the Foundation over 20 years ago. Ian is Managing Partner of the London Office of Laytons LLP.
Mrs Abigail Page
Treasurer
Abigail is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor. She is a Partner of Gibbons Mannington & Phipps LLP.
Dr Paul Eunson
Trustee
Dr Paul Eunson was a consultant paediatric neurologist in Edinburgh from 1996-2020. He now works with Children’s Hospices across Scotland in respite and palliative care for children with life-limiting conditions. His particular expertise is in the management of complex neurological problems including cerebral palsy.
Simrun Garcha
Trustee
Simrun Garcha is a Partner and Head of Private Wealth & Philanthropy at Laytons ETL. She has a wealth of experience in charity law and is a member of the Charity Law Association
Professor Jeremy Parr
Trustee
Jeremy is Professor of Paediatric Neurodisability at Newcastle University, UK. As a Consultant Paediatrician, Jeremy sees children in specialist neurodisability clinics. He is particularly interested in improving evidence-based clinical practice around treatments, and interventions.
Donate to the Castang Foundation
Childhood neurodisability is very common – most people know at least one family where a child has a disability due to a neurological condition.
The Castang Foundation funds one or two new research projects each year. However, we would like to increase the amount of research we fund. Your donation to The Castang Foundation could part or completely fund research that could change children’s lives.