John Watson's Trust

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Awards grants for educational purposes to children and young people under the age of 21 who have a physical or learning disability, or who are socially disadvantaged.

Grants are available to individuals or organisations working with eligible children and young people. Funding includes support for school and youth trips and residential experiences.

The Trust is currently accepting applications on behalf of beneficiaries resident within Edinburgh, Midlothian, West Lothian and East Lothian.

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Geographical areas funded: East Lothian Edinburgh Midlothian West Lothian

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Average:

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Annually awarded:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Individuals and organisations. The Trust is currently accepting applications on behalf of beneficiaries resident within Edinburgh, Midlothian, West Lothian and East Lothian.

When to apply

There are several deadlines per year.

Deadlines for 2026:

• 23 January 2026
• 6 March 2026
• 22 May 2026
• 24 July 2026
• 23 October 2026

Next deadline: 23 Oct 2026

How to apply

Apply online via the Trust's website.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Education and training

Beneficiaries funded: Children Economically/socially disadvantaged Disabilities Learning disabilities Physical disabilities Sensory impairments Young people

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