Our history
The idea of Jeans for Genes Day originated in Dorset in the early 1990s. Two local brothers inspired a fundraising day that's now one of the best known - and loved - charity events in the UK.
Jeans for Genes Day 1996
Where it all began
The boys had chronic granulomatus disorder (CGD), a life-threatening condition which affects the body's immune system.
The boys' family knew that The Chronic Granulomatous Disorder Research Trust wanted to fund vital research into the condition.
So they started fundraising for the charity with an 'auction of promises' in their local area which raised £7,000.
Inspired by this initial success, they came up with the idea of Jeans for Genes Day.
Jeans for Genes
Jeans for Genes is now a national campaign which raises money to change the world for children with genetic disorders, not just those with CGD.
It's main fundraising event is still Jeans for Genes Day which takes place annually on the first Friday of October.
Hundreds of thousands of people across the UK - and beyond - make a donation to wear their jeans to work or school. The money they raise helps to fund the care that children need now and the research that could change their lives in the future.
Get involved
We need to raise at least £3million every year. But we can only do it with your help. Register for a fundraising pack and help us to change the world for children with genetic disorders.