The Gibbons Family Trust awards grants to improve quality of life for young people up to the age of 25 who are in financial need. Funding can be used for the care, benefit, support and education of young people: this can include, for example, sports, community groups and activities, essential educational items for SEND.
The beneficiaries must be living in Devon, with priority given to East Devon.
Applications are accepted both from not-for-profit organisations and schools, as well as professionals applying on behalf of individuals.
Exclusions apply, for example applications are not accepted for overseas trips of any kind, or for private school fees.
The Trust provides details of the number of grants awarded and average grant sizes on its website.
Focus of fund/fund aims:
Grants to assist young people in need, up to the age of 25
Application deadline:
The Trustees meet every two months to discuss applications. The next deadline is 30 June 2026.