About us
The Salford Foundation Trust is a grant giving charity that helps young people to develop their hobbies, interests, skills and talents.
The Trust does this by offering the opportunity to apply for funding to further develop skills, talents and hobbies or interests.
Who can apply?
If you are between the age of 5 and 25 and have lived in Salford for a minimum of three years then you can apply to the Trust.
What can I apply for?
The Salford Foundation Trust will consider applications where you may be looking to pursue an opportunity which will help you to develop as a person or learn a new skill. This could be funding for a piece of equipment, an activity or a training course.
Applications:
The closing date for the next round is Friday 25th June 2010, and applicants will be informed of the Trustees' decision within a two week period following the deadline date. Successful applications have included requests in the areas of art, sport, vocational or academic interests. This can include:
- Equipment for dance classes
- Music tuition
- Thai boxing lessons
- Singing lessons
Last year Salford Foundation Trust received a total of 83 applications for funding of which 63 were successful, with grant payments totalling more than £17,500.
Go to "How to Apply" and download all the relevant forms and information you need to make an application.
To view our DVD showcasing the work of Salford Foundation Trust and featuring the activities, talents and occupations of some of our applicants click here.....
Latest News......
Celebration hits high note
Over a hundred guests were treated to a mini rock concert featuring former New Order musician Peter Hook when the Salford Foundation Trust staged a celebration lunch at The Lowry Hotel.
Read more and watch the performance......
Sarah joins our team
Paralympian swimmer and cyclist Sarah Storey OBE is the latest celebrity to join our growing team of patrons which includes musician Peter Hook and actress Maxine Peake