Applications
for funding over £1500 should state clearly but briefly:
The purpose of the case for which funding is required.
The expected outcomes/benefits that will arise from the ‘project’ in
terms of both personal, if appropriate, and the Trust’s objectives.
How the
‘project’ will be carried out.
The key resource requirements (expertise
and facilities).
An outline budget (identifying as appropriate items
such as: course fees, stipend/living/travel, materials, contribution
to o/heads, staff costs, other costs e.g hire charges, specialist fees,
laboratory charges) indicating the level of funding that has been obtained/applied
for from other sources.
The main risks.
Other individuals/organisations
involved as collaborators, funders etc.
Details of the ‘parent’ organisation
or institution and, where appropriate, the project supervisor.
In the case
of individual applicants a brief CV should also be provided.
What happens
next?
There are two closing dates for submissions - 1st March and
1st July each year.
An assessment panel, appointed by the Trustees evaluates
the applications.
Applicants are informed of the outcome before end
of May/October.
Trustees appoint a mentor for each successful case.
A "gateway project management" process is agreed with the Trust mentor
providing the basis for approval and payment criteria.