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Funding

The David and June Gordon Memorial Trust

Funding available: up to £2,000

Applications close: 31/12/2026

About this fund

Details

Grants are given to organisations operating in the former Grampian Region of Scotland (Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Kincardineshire, Banffshire and Morayshire) whose aims are:

  • To promote and advance music, drama and the arts;
  • To promote and encourage charitable youth activities;
  • To promote and maintain Christian ecumenical services;
  • To help maintain community centres.

Fund award sizes

Minimum: £500 Maximum: £2,000

 

Notes on award amounts:
The Trustees normally distribute grants between £500 and £2,000 to a total of £15,000 – 20,000 per year.

When to apply

Grant-giving meetings are usually held in April and October. They ask that you submit your application 3-4 weeks beforehand.

How to apply

Complete the application form on the Trust website.

Looking for support with funding?

Identifying funding opportunities and writing grant applications can seem overwhelming, especially when the future sustainability of your group is dependent on gaining funding support. 

Our supportive Funding Officer, Claire Shaw, can help your organisation with every step of the funding application process, from carrying out funding searches to proofreading your application.

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The David and June Gordon Memorial Trust

The David and June Gordon Memorial Trust

Funding available: up to £2,000

Applications close: 31/12/2026

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