GRANT APPLICATIONS
Apply for a grant
The Betty Ross Trust provides financial support to help older people across Perthshire remain safe, comfortable and independent in their own homes.
Maximum grant award
£5,000
Most grants are in the region of £3,000. Every application is considered individually and supporting documents will be required.
READY TO APPLY?
WHO CAN APPLY?
Before you begin
The Trust’s primary purpose is to support people aged 60 and over who are in need because of age, ill health, disability or another form of disadvantage within the Perthshire area.
Individuals aged 60 and over
Applications can be made for practical support that helps an older person continue living independently.
Organisations supporting older people
Charities, community groups and other suitable organisations may apply for funding towards work that benefits older people in Perthshire.
Requests connected to a clear need
The application should explain the difficulty being experienced and how the requested support would improve safety, comfort or independence.
Applications with supporting information
Relevant evidence will be needed so the trustees can assess the request fairly and understand the cost involved.
WHAT MAY BE FUNDED?
Practical support at home
The Trust can consider a range of equipment and adaptations that help an older person remain in their own home for longer.
Specialist beds
This may include a hospital bed or other suitable equipment required for use in the home.
Specialist seating
Funding may be considered for chairs designed to improve comfort, mobility or day-to-day independence.
Bathroom adaptations
The Trust may provide partial funding towards necessary bathroom adaptations.
Other essential equipment or adaptations
Other requests may be considered where there is a clear need and the proposed support fits the Trust’s charitable purpose.
Supporting documents
What you may need
Supporting documentation helps the trustees understand the need, the proposed solution and the cost of the request. The exact information required will depend on the application.
- Details of the person or organisation applying
Include the information requested in the online form and make sure the contact details are correct.
- A clear explanation of the need
Describe the current difficulty and how the requested equipment, adaptation or support would help
- Quotes or cost information
Provide current prices, quotations or other evidence showing how much the requested support is expected to cost.
- Any relevant professional evidence
Where appropriate, this may include information from a healthcare, care or support professional.
Online application portal
Ready to apply?
Applications are submitted through the Trust’s online application portal. Take time to complete each section carefully and upload the supporting documents requested.
If you are unsure whether your request is suitable, contact the Trust before submitting an application.