Grant News
Small community groups and charities based in Scotland can apply to the Weir Charitable Trust for funding of up to £25,000 to support projects relating to one or more of the qualifying criteria of
- animal welfare,
- culture,
- health,
- recreational facilities and sport.
The Trust accepts applications from new or established community groups and small charities, based in Scotland and providing services in Scotland, who are struggling to secure funds through mainstream funders or who have unsuccessfully explored all the statutory sources of funding. Eligible applicant organisations will have an income of £150,000 or less per year.
Projects supported in the past include:
- Farmersfield Rest-home for Elderly Donkeys (FRED) - £2,000 for this rest-home for elderly donkeys.
- Plains Senior Residents Club - £1,797 for this volunteer-run Club offering over 20 senior residents a weekly home-cooked meal and a friendly place to meet.
- Inverness Foodstuff - £10,000 to support the Volunteer Manager role at this drop-in-centre for people in need.
The next deadline to apply is 5pm on the 28th February 2025.
During 2025, the Trust will also receive a discretionary award for grants over £25,000. This is currently closed for applications.
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