Aberdeenshire Educational Trust

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The Aberdeenshire Educational Trust was set up for residents, schools and organisations in the former County of Aberdeen, under the Aberdeenshire Educational Trust Scheme 1955 and Amendment Scheme of 1966.

The Trust awards grants to individuals, schools and organisations to help with the cost of school trips, further education and funding for sports clubs and facilities.

You can apply for the following grants to the Aberdeenshire Educational Trust:

• Further education grant: for young or independent students who go onto further education (college or university)
• Sports facilities and clubs: maintenance and support

Further education grants can be used towards the following costs:

• Entrance fees
• Examination fees
• Cost of books, equipment, special clothing and other items specifically required for course
• Accommodation costs for living away from home during term time only - please note living expenses such as utilities are not covered
• Travel to college or university

Sports facilities grants

You can apply for a sports facility grant to help fund activities such as:

• Maintaining playing fields
• Swimming pools
• Hosting sports events
• Providing sports clothing and equipment

Club grants

You can apply for to help fund your club if the club provides educational opportunities for students to:

• Learn new skills
• Explore their interests
• Make new friends

For example, a choir club who help students develop their musical talents and teamwork skills through singing and performing.

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Geographical areas funded: Aberdeenshire

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Who can apply

To be eligible, you must be a resident in a property which is within the former Aberdeen County Council area which includes some areas in Aberdeen City, including Bridge of Don and Dyce. Further education students and clubs who need financial assistance can apply for an educational grant.

To be eligible for a further education grant you must be a young or an independent student, and your income must not exceed £34,000 per year.

To be considered a young student you must:

• Be under the age of 25 at the start of the academic year
• Not have supported yourself financially outside of education for 3 years
• Not be married, in a civil partnership or living with a partner
• Have no dependent children

If you don’t meet the young student criteria, you’re classed as an independent student.

You will be required to provide proof of enrolment at college or university.

When to apply

Applications for further education grants can be submitted at any time.

The deadline for applications for Sports facilities and clubs grants was 14th August 2026. A new deadline has not been announced.

How to apply

Apply using the online form on the Council website.

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Activites funded: Education and training Sport and physical activity

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