Apply for a Grant
Bursaries.
The bursary scheme aims to help undergraduate students resident in the Charity's area of benefit with the costs associated with studying for a university degree.
The schools and colleges included in the bursary scheme are Abbot Beyne School, Burton & South Derbyshire College, De Ferrers Academy Sixth Form Centre, John Taylor High School, Paget High School and Paulet High School.
Each bursary award is currently £550 per annum for three years. The current policy of the Charity is to award a maximum of 40 bursaries a year, so please include as much information as possible on your application form.
THE APPLICATION WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED AND WILL RE-OPEN IN JANUARY 2025.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU UPLOAD YOUR PERSONAL AND SCHOOL STATEMENTS TO SUPPORT YOUR APPLICATION. YOU WILL BE PROMPTED TO UPLOAD THESE ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE ONLINE FORM. ALTERNATIVELY, YOU CAN SEND ALL SUPPORTING STATEMENTS VIA EMAIL TO admin@consolidatedcharityburton.org.uk
Education.
The Charity awards grants to individuals for a variety of other purposes including;
• Further education and vocational training
• Organised opportunities for personal development
• Sports activities
• Arts scholarships
The maximum grant available is £300 in any one year. However, individuals may make further applications in subsequent years.
Applications that relate to travel expenses will not be considered
Organisations.
Numerous organisations such as churches, registered charities and voluntary groups request help towards various projects, each of significant importance to these bodies and to the residents of the Charity’s area of benefit and are considered at Main Committee meetings in March and September.
Some organisations that ask for help operate outside the Charity’s area of benefit, but still provide vital help or services for the residents within the area of benefit. Grants made to such organisations are calculated on a proportionate basis.
A grant monitoring system is in place to ensure that all applications are for the public benefit and that monies awarded are properly used for the purposes specified in the application.
2024 Grant Giving Meetings:
Please submit applications before Friday 16th February 2024 to be considered at the March grant giving meeting.
Please submit applications before Friday 30th August 2024 to be considered at the September grant giving meeting.
Relief in Need.
The scheme operates to help those in financial need with help to purchase essential items such as;
• Cookers, fridge freezers and washing machines
• Carpets, furniture and bedding
• Mobility aids
• School uniforms
The Consolidated Charity of Burton upon Trent does not award grants to clear debt.
Applications must be supported by a support worker or other suitable professional (eg Social Worker, Local Councillor, Probation Officer, Tenancy Support Worker, Health Visitor). The letter of support should contain a detailed reason why the applicant needs assistance and should clearly state the items that are needed. The letter must be on headed paper and signed by the person supporting the application.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU UPLOAD YOUR SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS WITH YOUR APPLICATION. YOU WILL BE PROMPTED TO UPLOAD THESE ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE ONLINE FORM. ALTERNATIVELY, YOU CAN SEND THE SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS VIA EMAIL TO admin@consolidatedcharityburton.org.uk