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Wigtownshire Educational Trust
The trust provides financial assistance to residents in the Wigtownshire area that are either attending or looking to attend educational activities.
Educational activities that can be supported include:
- attending a course
- getting a qualification
- getting practical experience in a trade
- supporting educational clubs
- supporting education in the arts
Financial assistance may also be available for travel or equipment expenses for educational activities.
A maximum of £300 per year has been awarded previously but this may change each year.
How to qualify
Awards will only be made to people who:
- live in Wigtownshire
- have no other sources of funding
- get an unemployment or disability benefit
How to apply
After you apply
Successful applicants will be informed of their success after quarterly meetings have taken place.
Help with your application
Contact us if you need help or advice:
- email committeeadmin-communitiesdirectorate@dumgal.gov.uk
- call 01776 888423
- write to Business Support, Council Offices, Sun Street, Stranraer DG9 7JJ