Trefoil Grants – Apply Now

Trefoil Grants offers a variety of grants for children, young people, families and small groups in Scotland to support them through activities such as art, music, and care for special needs. Funding amounts are available up to £2,500, with a submission deadline scheduled for February 13, 2026. 

About The Trefoil Grants

The Trefoil Grants are sponsored by Trefoil, which is a Scottish charity organisation that supports young people, children, families and nonprofits to help make their lives better. Trefoil supports individuals in Scotland with three distinct grants: personal development grant, organisational grants and Lilias Finlay holiday grant. 

Each of the grants focuses on different individuals and supports a range of activities such as personal and social development, life skills, arts and music for individuals who do not have these opportunities.

Funding Size

• Typical grant amount: £2,500
• Maximum award: £2,500
• Project duration supported: Not publicly specified

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Who Can Apply to the Trefoil Grants 

• • Eligible organisation types: Nonprofits and individuals

• Registration requirements:

• Applicants must reside in Scotland
• For individual applications, applicants must not be older than 25 years. 
• Medical referral letters for individuals applying for personal development grants.
• Geographic eligibility: Scotland
• Sector or thematic focus: Personal development areas such as sports, music, life skills and adventure.

Application Process

• Complete and submit the application form on the official website.
• Include supporting documents of age and needs.
• Submit the application form before February 13, 2026.
• Lilias Finlay holiday grants are available all year round.
• Holiday applicants must apply 12 weeks before their holiday starts.

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Required Materials

• Project proposal 
• Budget
• Proof of registration
• Prior work or reports

Key Dates

• Application deadline: February 13, 2026
• Notification timeline: Not specified.

 Applications are open all year round for Lilias Finlay holiday grants.

Selection Notes

• •  Applications are limited to a specific age group of individuals with limited funding. 
  • Priority focus areas: personal development activities for young people. 

• Exclusions:

• Individuals outside Scotland.
• Individuals above the age of 25.
• Salaries and capital projects.

Official Source of the Trefoil Grants

• Official Application Page: https://www.trefoil.org.uk/apply-here