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Voices: Carers UK
In our Voices series, we share the stories and opinions from our funded organisations who are helping to find solutions to poverty and trauma in Scotland. The latest group is Carers UK, who give carers expert advice, information and support. They campaign and innovate to find better ways to reach and support carers.
Ten years on from Christie: Are we smoothing the hard edges?
The Robertson Trust is delighted to host an online conversation on the Christie Commission ten years on. The event, which is free and open to all, will take place on Zoom on Tuesday 22nd June 2021 at 10.30am-12pm.
New sessions announced - meet with our funding team this May
Our next session with our funding team will be hosted on the 27th May. Sessions will take place on Zoom or by phone with half hour slots available throughout the day.
Over £2 million awarded to organisations across Scotland
We are delighted to announce the latest recipients of funding since the launch of our new strategy in 2020.
Moving towards a more responsive capacity building approach
Our Funding Manager, Stewart Macgregor, shares his thoughts on a more collaborative approach for the delivery and commissioning of capacity building support, and asks for your views to help inform the Trust’s development of a longer-term package of support.
Wee Grants Blether: Speak with the team
We have 27 slots available to speak with our Wee Grants team 1:1 to discuss an application.
Sponsorship of The Curve Digital Training Programme
We are pleased to support the Curve, a series of free, 90-minute workshops for third sector organisations. These online workshops aim to build knowledge around best digital practices, raise awareness of digital tools and increase impact with digital.
Hosts Sought for Summer 2021 Internship
We are once again keen to hear from organisations who may be interested in hosting a Robertson Scholar for our Summer Internship Scheme this year.
TRT response to press reports
Our statement is now available.
Over £1.9 million awarded to organisations across Scotland
We are delighted to announce the latest recipients of funding since the launch of our new strategy in 2020.
An Update on our 2021 Intern Scheme
Our Scholarship Training Officer, Gemma Manclark, gives an update on our Internship Scheme recruitment process for 2021. The fully-funded scheme was established in 2014 to help our current 3rd year Robertson Scholars enhance their C.V and gain valuable experience in the workplace before entering their final year of university.
Over £1.6 million awarded to organisations across Scotland
We are delighted to announce the latest recipients of funding since the launch of our new strategy in 2020.
Poverty-related attainment gap: Time to think differently
Former Professor of Education at Strathclyde University, Sue Ellis, responds to our recently-commissioned evidence review of the poverty-related attainment gap.
Together We Help launched as part of Social Action Inquiry
In July 2020 Social Action Inquiry partners commissioned The Collective to lead on a short-term piece of research to capture the stories and lessons learned from communities coming together to help during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Applying for a Wee Grant: Chat with the team
Wee Grants has now been running for 3 months. In this blog, we will look at some top tips for applying and share details of how you can chat about a potential application with our team.