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The
Wood Family ~Trust
The Wood
Family Trust (WFT) was established by Sir Ian Wood and family
by Deed of Trust dated 19 March 2007 and was officially launched
on the 14th September 2007. The Wood Family Trust is a Scottish
based charity with a global outlook.
What
is the funding for?
WFT is
focussed on three main investment areas Making markets work
for poor Sub Saharan Africa; Volunteering overseas and Global
citizenship; Developing Young People in Scotland.
How
much money is available?£50million will be
invested in these programmes over the next 5-10 years).
Who
can apply?
Applications
can be made to both the 16-25 year olds in the UK –
Volunteering Overseas, and the Developing Young People
in Scotland programmes. In these a major part of their
work will be delivered through strategic partners but WFT
will also accept applications from individuals and groups
who are local to the North East of Scotland and will fund
a small number of these on an annual basis.
When
to apply
No closing
dates apply for these programmes.
How
to apply
As most of the funding is decided by the Wood Trust in conjunction
with existing partners you will need to read the information
on the website
and then contact the office (details below) to discuss your
ideas further.
Isla Newcombe
Executive Assistant
Wood Family Trust
John Wood House
Greenwell Road
Aberdeen
AB12 3AX
Tel: 01224 373516
Email:
info@woodfamilytrust.org.uk
Key
words: overseas, young people
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