MacRobert Trust 2019

Could MacRobert Trust 2019 fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.

Typical grants: £1,000 – £50,000
Where they fund: Tarland, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Applications: Accepted
How to apply: Two-stage application
Decisions: Monthly

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About MacRobert Trust 2019

The MacRobert Trust is a Scottish charity established in memory of Lady Rachel MacRobert's three sons, lost as aviators in World War II. Its work reflects her vision to nurture young people through opportunities aligned with family values such as service, excellence, and rural heritage. Guided by the motto 'Not for self but for country,' the Trust prioritises armed forces support and good citizenship, education and professional training in arts, science, engineering, agriculture, horticulture, environment, biodiversity, and rural skills, alongside local Tarland community projects.

Distinctively blending grant-making with estate management and innovative training schemes, it backs small independent charities through programmes like Small but Mighty and Big Impact Funds. The Trust funds projects, scholarships, apprenticeships, capital (equipment and buildings), revenue, and core costs.

What MacRobert Trust 2019 funds

The Trust funds UK-wide activities with a strong preference for Scotland-based groups, especially in Tarland and Aberdeenshire. It supports small and medium volunteer-led charities that are UK-registered, and beneficiaries must be UK residents. Applications must demonstrate fit with three core themes: armed forces and citizenship, education and excellence, or MacRobert interests such as rural skills.

The Trust funds a wide range of costs including projects, scholarships, apprenticeships, capital (equipment and buildings), revenue, and core costs. It also supports local Tarland community projects as part of its commitment to rural heritage.

Who can apply

Only organisations may apply, and they must be registered charities with the UK Charity Commission or OSCR. The Trust targets small and medium volunteer-led charities, with a strong preference for those based in Scotland, particularly in Tarland and Aberdeenshire. Beneficiaries of funded activities must be UK residents.

While the Trust considers applications from across the UK, it gives priority to groups in Tarland and the wider Aberdeenshire area. Charities must align with one of the three core themes to be eligible.

What MacRobert Trust 2019 doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund emergency relief, unrestricted funds, or non-UK charities. Projects must align with one of the three core themes: armed forces and citizenship, education and excellence, or MacRobert interests such as rural skills. Applications that do not demonstrate this fit are not supported.

How they like to fund

The Trust blends grant-making with estate management and innovative training schemes. It funds through named programmes such as Small but Mighty and Big Impact Funds, and welcomes unsolicited applications from eligible charities. Support is offered for projects, scholarships, apprenticeships, capital, revenue, and core costs.

How much does MacRobert Trust 2019 give?

£1,000 – £50,000

Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

Your specific fit

Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.

Good to know

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Focus areas

Children & youthEducationEnvironment

How to apply to MacRobert Trust 2019

MacRobert Trust 2019 takes applications via two-stage application.

Decisions are typically monthly.
Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.

How it works

1
Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
2
See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
3
Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.

See if MacRobert Trust 2019 could be a fit. Draft if yes.

Frequently asked questions

How much funding does MacRobert Trust 2019 provide?

MacRobert Trust 2019 typically provides grants of £1,000 - £50,000.

Where does MacRobert Trust 2019 fund charities?

MacRobert Trust 2019 funds charities operating in Tarland, Aberdeenshire, Scotland.

Does MacRobert Trust 2019 accept unsolicited applications?

MacRobert Trust 2019 accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

How do I apply for funding from MacRobert Trust 2019?

MacRobert Trust 2019 takes applications via two-stage application. Decisions are typically monthly.