Impact and Insights Report: Financial Security
Our first Impact and Insights report, focused on our theme of Financial Security, is now available.
Funding
During the course of our 2020-30 strategy, we're providing at least £200 million in funding to third sector organisations that help people and communities in Scotland living with poverty and trauma.
Our Themes
Running through our objectives are our thematic priorities which define how we will contribute to change. These are Education Pathways, Financial Security, Work Pathways and Nurturing Relationships.
What we do
We are here to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma in Scotland, by funding, supporting, and influencing solutions to drive social change
Founded in 1961 by the Robertson sisters, we continue to build on their legacy and vision.
Latest posts
Introducing GLAD: Supporting Bold Lived-Experience Leadership
We are excited to share more about the Grassroots Leadership Award Development (GLAD) programme: a small pilot with big potential that recognises and invests in community leadership.
July 2025
Vacancy - GLAD (Grassroots Leadership Awards) Project Lead (Fixed Term – 3 years)
The Robertson Trust is looking for a Project Lead to play a central role in our new Grassroots Leadership Awards (GLAD) initiative. This person will help shape and deliver the programme - building strong relationships, supporting participants, and ensuring the work is rooted in compassion and care.
July 2025
Recruitment: External members for key governance committees
We are recruiting for individuals to join two of our key governance committees as independent members. These roles offer the opportunity to bring your expertise to an organisation committed to preventing and reducing poverty and trauma across Scotland.