Personal Development Grants Guide

Trefoil is a Scottish Grantmaker (SC013744), supporting the development of children and young people with additional needs in Scotland, to enable them to maximise their capabilities and achieve as much independence as possible.

£1,000,000

Grants awarded since 2016

Organisational Grants

Trefoil organisational grants are for constituted and registered charities or not- for - profit organisations who assist young people with additional needs in Scotland. Though specific projects are preferred, Trefoil may support organisations more broadly whose aims and objectives comply with Trefoil’s objects, however the Trust does not give funding for overhead costs.

Apply for the Organisational Grants

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Personal Development Grants

Trefoil offers Personal Development Grants to young people in Scotland under the age of 25 years with additional needs, psycho/social or physical, which affect the young person’s development. Trefoil funds a variety of applications but particularly supports applications concerning sport, art, music, life skills and adventure. This fund is capped at £2,500

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Lilias Finlay Holiday Fund

Trefoil offers holiday grants to individuals, families or small groups who meet our criteria for development needs. Applicants for holiday grants should be under 18 years of age and residing in Scotland. Trefoil funds holidays in the UK only and overseas trips are not supported.

Apply for Lilias Finlay Holiday Fund

Young boy at an adventure play park.