About us
The Weir Charitable Trust aims to support Scottish-based community groups and small charities to provide services across Scotland to help the Scottish community. These groups and charities are likely to have found it difficult to access funds elsewhere.
It does not fund groups or charities who have an income of more than £125,000 per year; individuals; commercial activity; research; educational establishments; governing bodies; public sector bodies; one off events; large capital projects; Community Councils, PTAs or Active Schools Activities; or pilot projects, nor can it provide sponsorship. Applications from outside Scotland or for activities carried out outwith Scotland will not be accepted.
The Trust will consider funding specific activities and services in sport, recreational facilities, animal welfare, health and cultural projects (see "What we fund") to improve the quality of life for people, either through a particular field of expertise or via a local community. The average award granted to date is £3,500 but, in exceptional circumstances, the Trust will consider applications for funds up to £25,000.
Applications are open for our next round of awards until 5.00pm on Wednesday 31st August 2022 with outcomes advised by end November 2022.
If you want to know more, there's a lot of helpful information in our FAQs that can help you decide if you should apply to the Trust.
Case Studies

Kinlochleven Community Trust
Kinlochleven Community Trust was formed in 2008 and run a range of community projects designed to develop, regenerate and sustain the village. Recent projects include a Community Green Space, Green Health, Mission Compostable, Community Café and Shop Renovation. Kinlochleven Community Trust was formed in 2008 and run a range of community projects designed to develop, regenerate and sustain the village. Recent projects include a Community Green Space, Green Health, Mission Compostable, Community Café and Shop Renovation.

Farmersfield Rest-home for Elderly Donkeys (FRED)
Based near Dumfries, Farmersfield Rest-home for Elderly Donkeys (FRED) is a Registered Scottish Charity dedicated to providing the best care, attention and love to old donkeys in the latter stages of their life. This attention to their needs is offered in a knowledgeable, experienced and donkey centred manner.

Deepness Dementia Radio
Deepness Dementia Radio help those going through dementia maintain their freedom and get the most out of life. They welcome not just those affected by dementia but also family members, young carers, friends and workers.
News
ONLINE APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL 5.00PM WEDNESDAY 31ST AUGUST 2022
We are now accepting applications for our next round of awards. The online application is open now until 5.00pm on Wednesday 31st August 2022. The Trust will consider applications from Scottish based groups and charities with an annual income of £125,000 or less per year. Outcomes will be advised by end November 2022.
10th Anniversary on 19th December 2021
As The Weir Charitable Trust approaches its 10th Anniversary on 19th December 2021 we have been reflecting on the support we
Annual Report and Financial Statements 2020
Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 19 December 2020 - Available to download.
The Weir Charitable Trust will never email unsolicited offers of money to anyone, in any currency. If you receive an email from someone claiming to be representing the Trust and asking you to provide personal or financial details, it is a scam. Do not respond.