Support for the 2025/2026 academic year has now been confirmed, marking a landmark year for the Scholarship as new support offers launch in addition to our Young Student Support Package.
We are delighted to announce our latest funding recipients, with 89 organisations awarded £3.4M to support their work to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma across Scotland.
The Robertson Trust has acted in response to rising anti‑migrant sentiment, increased hostility in public discourse, and the resulting harm experienced by migrants and racially minoritised communities across Scotland.
At The Robertson Trust, we believe in a fair and compassionate Scotland where everyone is valued and able to flourish.
Community Spaces opened to applications in January 2025. 12 months on, as part of our commitment to learning and continuous improvement, our team has undertaken a review of the Fund, to help refine our approach and draw in strong applications.
In this guest blog, the Serving the Future team looks back on the final chapter of their four-year journey — reflecting on achievements, learning, and the future of fair work in Scotland’s hospitality and tourism sector.