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We are here to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma in Scotland, funding, supporting, and influencing solutions to drive social change.

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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
What difference can whole-family support make? Our latest Voices story explores how Stepping Stones For Families supports families across rural Carrick facing poverty, isolation and exclusion. Read more 👇 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/voices-...
Stepping Stones for Families is our latest Voices participant
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
We are delighted to share our latest awards, with £3.6M awarded to 78 organisations who are working to alleviate poverty and trauma across #Scotland. View the full list on our website, including our Award in Focus with Grassmarket Community Project ⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/3-657-0...
At the heart of GCP is a vibrant, inclusive community where people are empowered to shape their own futures. Through activities and workshops, from wellbeing and creative programmes to practical skills training and volunteering opportunities, members gain a sense of belonging, purpose and hope. Working closely with third sector, public sector and community partners, we provide a vital lifeline for people facing social exclusion and poverty, creating lasting opportunities for personal growth and positive change.” Helene van der Ploeg, CEO of Grassmarket Community Project
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
"Although we're a small team, we have a big heart." 🤝 In our latest Voices feature, Pasion4Fusion share reflections and insights on the importance of trusted relationships, inclusive support, early intervention, and community-led solutions. Read more: www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/voices-...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
New blog 🔍 Our Learning and Communications Manager, Cassy Rutherford, reflects on what we've learned in the first year of our Impact and Insights Framework, why we've adapted our approach, and what to expect from the next phase of this work ⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/evolvin...
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Evolving our Impact and Insights Framework
Over the past year, our Impact and Insights Framework has helped us better understand the difference we're making, learn alongside our grant holders and partners, and use evidence to inform our decisi...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Are you planning to apply for our Advancing Racial Justice Fund and would like to find out more? 💡 Join us online next Thursday 6th August at 10am to find out more about the Fund and whether it might be a good fit for your organisation. Book your spot below⤵️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/advancing-...
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Advancing Racial Justice Fund information webinar (online)
Join us to find out more about the Advancing Racial Justice Fund and whether it might be a good fit for your organisation or group.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
There is still time to apply to become one of our new Trustees 👋 If you're passionate about helping build lasting solutions to poverty and trauma in #Scotland, we'd love to hear from you. Applications close this Monday, 3rd August. Find out more and apply ⤵️ app.nurole.com/roles/6a4d05...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
We are excited to launch the Advancing Racial Justice Fund, a new fund focused on supporting Black and People of Colour (BPoC) led organisations in #Scotland that are working to tackle to the root causes of racism.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
What happens when local people decide where funding goes? Our latest Voices piece explores how the Make it Happen Fund is putting decision-making into the hands of families in Dundee and Clackmannanshire—and why community leadership matters. Read more: www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/voices-...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We are seeking two new Trustees📢 If you think your skills and experience can help us, and you share our commitment to build lasting solutions to poverty and trauma in #Scotland, we would love to hear from you. Applications close on the 3rd of August⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/vacanci...
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Vacancies: We are seeking two new Trustees
We are now seeking two new Trustees to join our board. If you have the skills to help us, and you share our commitment to solving poverty and trauma challenges in Scotland, we would love to hear from ...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Our fourth Impact and Insights Report, focused on our theme of Nurturing Relationships, is now available💡 It highlights the challenges facing organisations, the impact our grant holders are having and the patterns of practice emerging across #Scotland. www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/impact-...
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Impact and Insights: Nurturing Relationships
Our Nurturing Relationships Impact and Insights Report explores how poverty and trauma are deeply interconnected, highlights the importance of strong family and community relationships in supporting r...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
We’re delighted to share details of two new social impact investments that aim to increase financial security and strengthen sustainable housing across Scotland. www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/two-new...
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Two new social impact investments in Scotland announced
We are pleased to announce two new social impact investments in Scotland through investment in Moneyline and Ecology Building Society.
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Foundation Practice Rating (FPR) @fpracticerating.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
A new podcast, Inside Grantmaking, launched today. The first episode features an interview with Jim McCormick from our Funders Group member, @therobertsontrust.bsky.social. Listen to find out more about The Robertson Trust’s application process and approach:
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Grantmaking at The Robertson Trust in Scotland, with Jim McCormick
Jim McCormick, CEO of the Robertson Trust, on how grant decisions are made, the shift to unrestricted funding, and trends shaping Scottish philanthropy.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
There are still spaces available for The Robertson Trust Grant Holders to take part in Trauma Informed Practice training, delivered by Resilience Learning Partnership. View available dates and book your spot 👇 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/funding/supp...
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Trauma Informed Training 2026
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
New Vacancy 📣| The Robertson Trust is looking for a Programmes and Practice Officer. This role supports the Trust to secure big change that lasts in preventing and reducing poverty and trauma in Scotland. The closing date is 17th June at 5pm 🔽 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/vacancy...
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Vacancy: Programmes and Practice Officer
The Robertson Trust is looking for a Programmes and Practice Officer to join our Programmes and Practice team.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Our latest awards are now available, with £1.8M awarded to 48 organisations who are working to alleviate poverty and trauma across #Scotland. View the full list of awards below, including our Award in Focus with ACVO TSI's Aberdeen Cash First project 👇 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/1-880-0...
Award in focus: "The Aberdeen Cash First project goes beyond simply providing money for food. At its heart is the principles of choice, ensuring individuals have the power to make decisions that best support their own wellbeing. The Cash First model is rooted in a human-rights framework, which emphasises dignity, autonomy, and the right to an adequate standard of living. By providing direct financial support to address the root cases of food insecurity, individuals' wider rights are strengthened rather than restricted." Amy Duncan, Cash First Network Co-ordinator, ACVO.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
As the new Scottish Parliament convenes and Ministers get to work, our Chief Executive, Jim McCormick, reflects on what it will take to turn the tide on poverty in this parliamentary term. Read the full blog on our website ⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/prevent...
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Prevent, Shift, Empower: springing the trap of poverty
As the new Scottish Parliament convenes and Ministers get to work, our Chief Executive, Jim McCormick, looks ahead on what it will take to turn the tide on poverty in this parliamentary term.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
New Blog 💡 | Launching the Big Change That Lasts Fund Our Head of Programmes and Practice, Russell Gunson, introduces our new Big Change That Lasts Fund, sharing where we've come from and how we are building on what we've learned. Read the blog ⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/launchi...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
We are delighted to launch our Big Change That Lasts Fund today. Our Big Change Grants are an evolution of our Programme Awards, building on what we’ve learned to better support the kind of work needed to create “big change that lasts.” Find out more⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/funding/type...
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The Big Change That Lasts Fund
The Big Change That Lasts Fund supports organisations working in Scotland to deliver long‑term, systemic change that prevents and reduces poverty and related trauma. We fund work that tackles the unde...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
💬 VOICES | Driving change in education for young carers "We know that simple changes, flexibility and the right support at the right time can empower carers to remain and thrive in education." Read our full Voices story with @carerstrust.bsky.social ⬇️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/voices-...
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goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
@therobertsontrust.bsky.social is recruiting for the posts below ➡️Influencing Officer ➡️Programmes Officer (Social Change Movements) More info at tinyurl.com/yntwxpt3 #charityjob
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
New Vacancies ✨ We are looking for a Programmes Officer (Social Change Movements) and an Influencing Officer (Fixed Term - 1 year), to join our new Programmes team. The closing date for applications is 27th April. Find out more 🔽 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/job-vacancies
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goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
@therobertsontrust.bsky.social is looking for a Programmes Manager (Social Change Movements) to lead a new Programmes team tinyurl.com/bdhtvdy6 £49,951 – £56,006 Glasgow #charityjob
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Programmes Manager (Social Change Movements) with The Robertson Trust – Goodmoves
The Robertson Trust is looking for a Programmes Manager (Social Change Movements) to lead a new Programmes team. Based primarily at Robertson House, Glasgow, with hybrid working available, this...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
New Vacancy 📢 | Programmes Manager (Social Change Movements) This is a leadership role supporting The Trust to secure big change that lasts in preventing and reducing poverty and trauma in Scotland. The closing date is Friday, 3rd April 2026 ⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/vacancy...
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Vacancy: Programmes Manager (Social Change Movements)
The Robertson Trust is looking for a Programmes Manager (Social Change Movements) to lead a new Programmes team.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Delighted to confirm support for our 2026 Scholarship Programme 🎓 A milestone year as we expand support packages for students entering and progressing through higher education. Thanks to all our partners who helped shape this - an exciting year ahead! www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/first-c...
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First cohort confirmed for new Scholarship support offers in 2026
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Our latest awards are now available, with £3,489,900 awarded to 89 organisations who are working to alleviate poverty and trauma in #Scotland. View the full list below 👇 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/34m-awa...
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£3.4M awarded to 89 organisations across Scotland
We are delighted to announce our latest funding recipients, with 89 organisations awarded £3.4M to support their work to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma across Scotland.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
The Robertson Trust has acted in response to rising anti‑migrant sentiment, increased hostility in public discourse, and the resulting harm experienced by migrants and racially minoritised communities across Scotland. Read our full response: www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/our-res...
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Our response to the growth of anti-migrant sentiment
At The Robertson Trust, we believe in a fair and compassionate Scotland where everyone is valued and able to flourish.
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Worker Support Centre @workersupportc.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
We're #hiring for two amazing roles! ⭐A Communications Manager to lead brand new @therobertsontrust.bsky.social funded three year hope based communications work at WSC. ✨A Policy & Participation Officer to support our policy work. Check out both & apply! workersupportcentre.org.uk/get-involved/
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Get involved – Worker Support Centre
Explore the ways you can support our work. This includes contributing funds that keep our vital services running, applying for roles with WSC or proposing a collaboration.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
New Blog 💡 | One year into our Community Spaces Fund, we’ve reviewed what we’ve learned so far to refine our approach and support stronger applications. Read more⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/learnin...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Twelve projects aimed at delivering deep, long‑term systems change to reduce poverty and trauma in Scotland - through the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections and beyond - will share £2.2M in funding. Read more about the projects below 👇 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/beyond-...
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Beyond Pledges: £2.2M awarded to 12 projects
Twelve projects that can deliver deep and long-term systems change – or what we call big change that lasts - in relation to poverty and trauma in Scotland through the 2026 Scottish Parliament election...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Small Grant holders can now apply for £2k–£10k through our Supporting Resilience Fund. Strengthen leadership, systems, finances, and staff wellbeing to help your organisation stay strong. 👉 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/support...
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Supporting Resilience Fund: New offer for Small Grant holders
Small Grant Holders can now apply for up to £10,000 in additional funding to strengthen organisational and staff resilience.
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YouthLink Scotland @youthlinkscot.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
📢 @therobertsontrust.bsky.social's new Education Pathways report shows how poverty continues to drive inequalities in educational engagement, attainment & wellbeing - but highlights opportunities to meet young people’s needs, including through youth work 💪 👉 bit.ly/49NZ2zE
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Our third Impact and Insights report, focused on Education Pathways, is now available 🔍💡 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/impact-...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
We are seeking community members to get involved with the leadership and decision making for our upcoming Advancing Racial Justice Fund. The closing date for applications is 9am, 12th January 2025⤵️ www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/communi...
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Community Co-production for our Advancing Racial Justice Fund
The Robertson Trust is seeking community members to get involved with the leadership and decision making for the upcoming Advancing Racial Justice Fund.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
New Vacancy: HR Business Partner Join us and help shape a people-centred, values-driven culture. The closing date for applications is 12pm, Friday 12th December 👇 www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/vacancy...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
📢 New guest blog from Kailen Budge Third Sector Lab: How The Curve – free for Robertson Trust grantholders – helps charities save time, build confidence & strengthen frontline work. 15k+ joined since 2020. Learn more: www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/the-cur...
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Advancing Racial Justice Fund: Leadership & Panel Roles Available
We are recruiting community members to form a Leadership Group and Decision Making Panel for our upcoming Advancing Racial Justice Fund.
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Money Advice Scotland @moneyadvicescot.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
@therobertsontrust.bsky.social has awarded us £30,000 per annum for three years to develop the core of our work and create a more financially resilient Scotland. 1/3
Image of a typewriter with the word 'NEWS' typed on the paper. Across the centre of the image is a dark purple text box with the words 'Funded awarded from The Robertson Trust'. Across the bottom of the image is the Money Advice Scotland logo.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Here’s a snapshot of the pillars guiding Change Takes Trust to 2028. 🌟 Watch this space for stories, blogs, and insights from partners and staff ⤵️ therobertsontrust.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Watch our CEO Jim McCormick introduce Change Takes Trust and explain how it will guide our work over the next three years
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Our brand has evolved alongside Change Takes Trust. Progressive Heritage honours our past while showing who we are today. We’re excited to share this alongside the launch of our new plan. www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/introdu...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Introducing Change Takes Trust – our new delivery plan to 2028. Read CEO Jim McCormick’s blog: www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/news/introdu...
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
📢 On Monday, 17 November from 9:00 AM, we will be making updates to our website. This may cause a temporary disruption or a short outage. We don't anticipate that this will take longer than 1 hour.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
We are delighted to announce our latest funding recipients, with 92 organisations awarded £3.4M to support their work to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma across #Scotland.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
We’re pleased to announce £379K in Programme Awards for seven ambitious projects with the potential to create lasting change in poverty and trauma in #Scotland.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
📢 Next week is Challenge Poverty Week (6-12 October), a time to come together to highlight the injustice of poverty and to show that it can be solved.
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Into Work @intowork.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
We are looking for passionate, values-driven people to join our Board of Directors. To find out more and to apply, please visit our vacancy page: buff.ly/IMUuTQP #DisabilityInclusion #CharityTrustee #Edinburgh #EdinburghCharity #Trustees
Into Work Vacancy: Board Director
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
📢 Nurturing Relationships is now open for Large and Small Grants🌱 Following an initial pause and subsequent pilot, we are now open to applications for our theme of Nurturing Relationships within our Large and Small Awards on a rolling basis.
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
🌱 Nurturing Relationships – Large & Small Grants open 30 Sept 🌱 Applications open next Tuesday (30 Sept) for our Nurturing Relationships theme. Our latest blog explains how the theme has evolved, why, and what applicants can expect: therobertsontrust.org.uk/news-and-blo...
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Nurturing Relationships: Large and Small Grants to open in September
We’re pleased to announce that our Nurturing Relationships theme will open for Large and Small Grant applications on 30 September.
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One Parent Families Scotland @opfs.org.uk · 24/09/2025
Missed our webinar on supporting single parents in Higher Education? 🎓 The recording is now available online. Explore the barriers and gain insights & practical strategies from our research, funded by @therobertsontrust.bsky.social 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/7gAcu6Mlfl4
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Supporting Single Parents in Higher Education Webinar, September 2025
This webinar is designed for professionals who work with single parents, whether those parents are currently in Higher Education, have previous experience, or are considering it—as well as for single parents themselves. Drawing on extensive research conducted by One Parent Families Scotland and funded by The Robertson Trust, the session explores the barriers that single parents face in accessing and successfully engaging with Higher Education. If you want to deepen your understanding of single parents’ needs and learn how to better support them, this informative webinar will provide practical strategies to help overcome challenges and empower single parents to thrive in Higher Education in Scotland.
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Worker Support Centre @workersupportc.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Today we're proud to share 3 major milestones: 🤝 Launching our new Worker Power stream, standing in solidarity with carers who've come to the UK to look after our loved ones. 🌱 A brand new website & look - link in bio! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Opening our new office in Perth, in the heart of Scotland.
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Big news from WSC: Standing in solidarity with the workers who care for us – Worker Support Centre
The Worker Support Centre is really proud to make three big announcements today. We believe …
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The Robertson Trust @therobertsontrust.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
We are delighted to announce our latest funding recipients, with 56 organisations awarded £1.8M to support their work to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma across Scotland. therobertsontrust.org.uk/news-and-blo...
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£1.8M awarded to 56 organisations across Scotland in July
We are delighted to announce our latest funding recipients, with 56 organisations awarded £1.8M to support their work to prevent and reduce poverty and trauma across Scotland.
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