Aims/priorities: The Alec Dickson Trust supports individuals and groups of young people who are able to demonstrate that through volunteering or community service they can enhance the lives of others, particularly those most marginalised by society. The funding is intended to enable socially concerned young people to run projects that will benefit communities in the UK and make a positive difference to the lives of disadvantaged people. The current call for applications comes in response to the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. The Trust recognises that youth volunteering has an important role to play as part of society's response to this issue and is therefore offering grants to help young people to volunteer in response to the pandemic. The grants can only be used for projects which directly or indirectly respond to COVID-19. Activities must align with public health guidance on how to volunteer safely during the pandemic.
In general, the Trust aims to support projects which:
- Encourage youth volunteering - particularly those which involve lots of volunteers and encourage people to continue volunteering long term.
- Have a positive impact on disadvantaged communities and individuals - particularly projects which address a specific need and have a long lasting and meaningful effect on those it reaches.
- Are innovative and try to do things a bit differently, such as using social media creatively or using existing
Who can apply? Applications are accepted from UK based volunteering or community service projects, organised and run by young people (under 30 years). Individuals can apply.
Grant amount: Up to £500.
Application process: Guidelines and the application form can be found on the Trust's website. Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis.
Deadline: The next application deadline for projects responding to the COVID-19 crisis is 17 December 2020.
Contact information: Email secretary@alecdicksontrust.org.uk
Website address: Alec Dickson Trust