About us

The Robertson Trust is the largest independent grant-making trust in Scotland. We are here to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma in Scotland, funding, supporting, and influencing solutions to drive social change

What we do

We are here to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma in Scotland, funding, supporting, and influencing solutions to drive social change

About poverty and trauma

Poverty and trauma (especially in childhood) can affect people’s wellbeing and life chances significantly. Find out more about the wider context in Scotland.

Our story

Founded 60 years ago by the Robertson sisters, we continue to build on their vision and legacy. Discover more about our story.

Our people

Our people are our greatest asset. The experience, enthusiasm and commitment of our staff and Trustees are at the heart of The Robertson Trust.

Governance

Governance structure at The Robertson Trust.

Our strategy

Our new strategy for 2020-2030 sharpens our focus on helping to improve the lives of people and communities with experience of poverty, trauma or both.

Facilities hire

Find out about hiring conferencing facilities, meeting venues and office space at Robertson House in Glasgow and The Barracks in Stirling.

Contact Us

Find out how to contact The Robertson Trust.

Job vacancies

The latest job vacancies and other opportunities at The Robertson Trust.

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Equity, Diversity, Participation and Rights

We believe that building our know-how and making progress towards equity, diversity, participation and rights (EDPR) are critical for delivering our mission. Find out more about how we are embedding EDPR across our work.

Climate Commitment

Our strategy is to reduce and prevent poverty and trauma in Scotland. In recognising the risks of the climate emergency, and its disproportionate impact on those from low-income backgrounds and other disadvantaged groups, we know that we have a responsibility to act. As a funder and an investor, we must do what we can to address the climate emergency through our own actions and supporting those of our grant holders

Social Impact Investment

Our Social Impact Investment (SII) plan was approved by our Board in March 2023, creating an additional set of tools and resources to help us achieve our mission.

Latest Accounts

We are pleased to share our latest Annual Report and Accounts.