Information for Applicants
The Trust exists to fund projects that give disadvantaged young people the opportunity to experience the great outdoors.
Generally, we fund organizations like schools and youth groups, rather than individuals, but the Trust does occasionally fund an individual the committee feels would benefit from support, particularly if they have a referee. The Trust is more likely to support groups representing those who are disadvantaged or who face particular challenges.
While the Trust does support expeditions abroad, the committee generally prefers to support projects within the United Kingdom, for reasons of cost-effectiveness.
We do support programs that simply introduce young people to the outdoors, but we prefer to fund schools and groups that offer a continuing opportunity for young people to deepen their experience. For example, by offering a sequence of days rock climbing or hill walking, rather than just a taster course.
Mostly, we’re looking for enthusiasm and imagination.
The AFMT does not have an application form. The projects we support are so varied it would be difficult to design one. But each application should include the following details:
- Who is applying?
- What do you propose to do? And where?
- Who will benefit? Why do they deserve out support?
- What is the overall budget?
- How much are you applying for?
- What are your plans for continuing this type of activity?
- If you’re an individual applying for a grant, can you get a reference from a teacher or care-worker?
