Charitable trusts and other funding
Below is a list of charities and educational trusts who have contacted the Money Support Unit directly to advertise their grants.
The Elizabeth Nuffield Educational Fund (£ Varies)
Eligibility: The Fund makes grants towards the cost of childcare for female
home students between the ages of 21 and 50 who are studying for their
first undergraduate degree. Students eligible for a childcare grant from
their Local Education Authority / Student Loan Company are not eligible
to apply. If your gross household income exceeds £16,500 you are
also not eligible.
How to apply: Please see their website for more detailed guidance and
an application form.
Studley College Trust Land-based scholarships (£ Varies)
Eligibility: The Trust seeks to encourage, assist and develop education, instruction and research in Agriculture, Horticulture and Forestry by financially assisting young people who wish to make a career in this area and are prevented by financial constraints. Applicants must be less than 30 years of age, British National and have at least 12 months practical work experience as an employee in land-based work.
How to apply: Please see their website for more detailed guidance and an application form. Applications should be made by 1st April, 1st June or 1st August and awards are decided at the Trustees meetings in May, July and September.
The Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust (£3,000)
Eligibility: Student normally resident in the UK and the son, daughter
or spouse of a commercial traveller, chemist or grocer.
How to apply: Please see their website for more detailed guidance.