In 2003 the James Dyson Foundation chose to support CLIC - Cancer and Leukaemia in Childhood. This Bristol-based charity provides essential support to the families of seriously ill children by means of special care grants.

The sale of a special edition pink and lavender coloured Dyson vacuum cleaner is raising lots of money for these Dyson/CLIC care grants. The vacuum cleaner was designed by four year old Megan, winner of the on-line 'Colour my Dyson' competition. £10 from every machine sold is donated directly to CLIC.

James Dyson says, "I wanted to support CLIC because I admire their pioneering spirit in fighting children's cancer and leukaemia. We want to help families around the country who need support to care for sick children."

Dyson workers in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, are currently involved in a whole host of fundraising activities, including parachute jumps, French boules competitions and sponsored runs across the Sahara.

To find out more about CLIC, please visit: www.clic.org.uk

And also check out www.thesmileshop.co.uk to find a variety of special gifts that will help sick children and their families.