Below are the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. If you have any queries about a potential application or would like to get in touch with us about our funding programmes please do not hesitate to get in touch. A copy of our Safeguarding statement is also available on request.
How long will it take for a decision on my application?
For main grants, decisions are communicated in early June and early December. When you make an application for a small grant we will respond with an indication as to when a decision will be made.
Do you offer multi-year funding?
Yes – we are willing to consider applications for up to three years.
Are there other grant makers in Scotland that I could apply to?
We would recommend using the SCVO Funding Scotland search engine at www.funding.scot
Can I still apply if my organisation has previously been refused a grant?
Normally we would ask that organisations wait 12 months from the decision date of the declined application before applying again.
If we are already in receipt of an award, can we apply for another grant?
Generally, the Trust will only fund an organisation for one grant at a time. If you are coming towards the end of one award and would like to apply for a new grant then we would suggest getting in touch with the Director to agree the best time to apply.
Do you fund core costs?
The Trust is willing to consider supporting core costs for charities whose main focus is aligned with our charitable objects.
Do you fund charities with large levels of reserves?
There are no restrictions on the size of the charity that can apply for funding but please be aware that the Trust will take account of a charity’s level of reserves when assessing applications.
Our organisation provides services to a broad range of people and only some would fall within the Trust's eligibility criteria. Can we still apply?
You would only be able to apply for projects which are set up to specifically address one of our themes.
Does the project budget need to be uploaded as a separate document?
If you are struggling for space to include the project budget within the recommended 3 pages for the proposal, please feel free to add the one page budget to the end of the proposal rather than submitting a separate document.