Thank You to Our Supporters

At Light Up Learning, we are incredibly grateful for the generous support of the charitable trusts and foundations that have made our work possible. Your belief in our mission allows us to continue empowering young people who face barriers to learning. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to you all.

Your support is changing lives, and we couldn’t do it without you.

Partnering With Us

Many young people, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, face significant barriers in their education. They may struggle to engage with traditional learning methods, experience low self-confidence, or lack the support they need to explore their own potential. At Light Up Learning, we work with these young people to re-ignite their passion for learning through bespoke, student-led projects that reflect their unique interests and strengths.

With the support of trusts and foundations, we can:

  • Expand our reach to support more young people who are at risk of disengaging from education.

  • Deliver more tailored mentoring programmes that offer one-to-one guidance, helping students develop both academically and personally.

  • Provide essential resources for creative, hands-on learning projects that inspire curiosity and build confidence.

  • Develop new initiatives that respond to the evolving needs of young people, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to succeed in life.

By funding our work, your trust or foundation will have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of students who face barriers to achieving their full potential. Together, we can empower them to take control of their learning journey and unlock a future filled with possibilities.

How Trusts and Foundations Can Help

The support of charitable trusts and foundations enables us to deliver long-term, sustainable projects that create real change in the lives of young people. There are a number of ways that your trust or foundation can get involved:

1. Core Funding

Core funding is essential to the stability and growth of Light Up Learning. It allows us to cover the fundamental costs of running our programmes, ensuring we can continue delivering high-quality mentoring and support to young people who need it most. Core funding is vital to expanding our reach and increasing our capacity to support more students across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Borders.

2. Programme-Specific Funding

If your trust or foundation is passionate about a particular area, you can fund one of our specific programmes or initiatives. Whether it's supporting mentoring sessions, funding creative learning projects, or providing resources for workshops, programme-specific funding allows you to align your giving with the areas that resonate most with your goals.

3. Pilot and Innovation Grants

We are constantly exploring new ways to engage young people in learning. Pilot and innovation grants allow us to test out new approaches, develop groundbreaking projects, and create fresh opportunities for students to discover their strengths and passions. These grants provide the flexibility needed to respond quickly to emerging needs and try out new ideas.

The Impact of Your Support

Your trust or foundation can help us change the lives of young people by funding programmes that make a tangible difference. With your support, we will be able to:

  • Reach more students who are at risk of becoming disengaged from their education.

  • Offer personalised support that addresses each student’s unique needs, helping them overcome barriers and build confidence.

  • Inspire creativity and critical thinking through hands-on, student-led learning projects that reflect their interests.

  • Help young people develop life skills such as problem-solving, communication, and resilience, which are essential for their future success.

By supporting Light Up Learning, you are investing in the future of young people, giving them the opportunity to thrive in education and beyond.

Our Commitment to You

We understand the importance of trust and transparency in philanthropic partnerships. At Light Up Learning, we are committed to ensuring that your trust or foundation sees the full impact of its support. We will provide:

  • Updates on the progress and outcomes of the projects you fund.

  • Detailed impact reports, demonstrating the tangible difference your support is making.

  • Opportunities to visit our programmes and see firsthand how your support is transforming lives.

Let’s Work Together

We are always looking to form new partnerships with trusts and foundations that share our vision for empowering young people through education. If your trust or foundation is interested in supporting our work or would like to learn more about how we can collaborate, please contact us at info@lightuplearning.org .