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Funding the prevention and relief of poverty in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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General Fund Grants for Individuals and Families

The General fund is for grants to individuals and families in need. The aim of the Fund is the prevention or relief for the purposes of social welfare of children and young people of poverty and/or to assist those in need experiencing illness or disability. The Trust’s funds are restricted to beneficiaries who reside in the City of Edinburgh or the Lothians. A proportion of the funds are allocated in Edinburgh.

Among the General Fund grants available to individuals, The Edinburgh & Lothian Trust Fund SCIO is pleased to administer grants on behalf of the Ponton Trust Welcome – The Ponton Trust. This fund supports vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

From Wednesday 1st April 2026 the application form is available to our referral partners Edinburgh and Lothian Trust Fund – General Fund new approach to grant making. – Edinburgh & Lothian Trust Fund.

If you have any enquiries or need advice please email [email protected]

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