Funding
Who and what we fund
Examples of what the Essentia Foundation is looking to support (please note these are all in relation to those up to the age of 25 only).
- Projects that support the participation in mainstream society for those with learning disabilities or long-term life limiting health conditions.
- Projects that support those facing long-term challenges living in poverty and inequality.
- Projects that support those who have been excluded from school to access or return to education or training opportunities.
- Projects that provide skills and training to those who are furthest from the labour market.
- Projects that aim to improve the health and welfare of children and young people.
Additional Criteria
The trustees have decided to award grants of £50,000. This is a fixed amount, not a minimum or maximum, and all grants will be made at this level. Funds can be spent in 12 months or can be spread over 2 or 3 years if preferred.
Please note, that this fund is only open to organisations with an annual income of between £250,000 and £2million. The trustees are keen to receive applications from organisations that have the capacity to match the grant or be contemplating projects at multiples of the grant size. Those in a position to meet this matching or bettering are more likely to be considered for an award, however the Essentia Trustees stress that they want to see the maximum benefit to the end beneficiaries as possible from the awards made
This current funding round has around £1 million for grant distribution. As a result, this is a highly competitive fund, with only 20 applicants going on to receive funding.
Who can apply?
All applicants must meet Foundation Scotland’s Common eligibility criteria, please check this list before starting your application.
What can’t be funded
Please read through the what we can’t fund page, these exclusions apply to all Foundation Scotland funds. In addition, the Essentia Foundation cannot support the following:
- Projects benefiting those over the age of 25 years old.
- Standalone costs for small capital or equipment costs.
- Applications from individuals or private businesses.
- Organisations with an annual gross income of less than £250,000 or more than £2,000,000
