Big change that lasts: £2.3 million awarded to 12 projects in Scotland
Twelve projects with potential to lead to big change that lasts on poverty and trauma in Scotland will share just over £2.3 million as part of our latest Programme Awards.
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
Head of People and Corporate Services appointed
We are pleased to announce William Brown's appointment as the new Head of People and Corporate Services of The Robertson Trust.
June 2025
£3,230,000 awarded to 39 organisations through Nurturing Relationships
We are delighted to announce our latest funding recipients through our recent Nurturing Relationships Open Call, with 39 organisations awarded £3,230,000 to support their work to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma across Scotland.
June 2025
Briefing and Analysis Fund - Scottish Parliament Elections
The Financial Fairness Trust and The Robertson Trust are partnering on a joint call for project proposals to inform policy and public debate related to the financial well-being of people living on low-to-middle incomes in the run-up to the Scottish Parliamentary Elections of 2026.
June 2025