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The Edinburgh Trust

What is The Edinburgh Trust?

The Edinburgh Trust was established in 2011.

It is the result of the consolidation of 33 funds operating in the City of Edinburgh, which are now looked after by the national charity Elizabeth Finn Care.

The Edinburgh Trust operates solely in the City of Edinburgh to provide dedicated support to its residents who are in financial need. 

We can help with:

  • Provision of a small regular payment, made periodically in installments.
  • Support for children – for example school uniforms, books or IT support.
  • Sign-posting to other charities.
  • A welfare benefits check.

We cannot help with:

  • Private medical and dental costs.
  • Prescription glasses.
  • University or school fees.
  • Funeral costs.
  • Legal fees.
  • Loans.
  • Business start-up costs or loans.
  • Personal debts.

Eligibility

The Edinburgh Trust can give help to those who:

  • live within the boundaries of the City of Edinburgh Council local authority area.
  • have less than £10,000 accessible household savings.
  • receive means tested welfare benefits or have an income which is below 60% of the average national wage.

The Edinburgh Trust includes 4 funds with additional critera to those above:

  • The Trinity Hospital Fund you must be over 55 years of age.
  • The Sir James Steel Fund you must be over 55 years of age and preference is given to those who have been connected with the building trade.
  • John Watson Fund for Corstorphine, Leith and Cramond you must be a resident of Corstorphine, Leith or Cramond.
  • The Edinburgh Support Fund no additional restrictions.

How do I apply?

Apply online Or alternatively contact us on the details below.

Contact Details

The Edinburgh Trust
Elizabeth Finn Care
Thorn House
5 Rose Street
Edinburgh
EH2 2PR
Tel: 0131 243 2796 or 0131 243 2795
Email: edinburgh@elizabethfinn.org.uk