Charities Supported

The charitable origins of The Royal Caledonian Ball date back to 1849, when the 6th Duke of Atholl decided to raise funds for Scottish charities. The Ball subsequently became an annual event and a charity in its own right.

The constitution of the Trust states that its charitable gifts must be going towards the support of Scottish people, with a bias towards military causes. We support people in the following areas: the elderly, children, those with disabilities, the injured and the homeless. All decisions are agreed by a vote at twice yearly Committee meetings. The Committee prefers to support smaller charities or specific projects.

To apply for funding:

If you think your charity might be a suitable beneficiary then please apply IN WRITING to the Trust Secretary. Please include details of how the money would be used and include two copies of any supporting information.

In 2009 the Committee of The Royal Caledonian Ball Trust are proud to have supported a number of incredibly worthwhile causes. They chose this year to particularly focus their support towards military causes to reflect the exceptional burden upon these charities at this time.

Amongst others, the Trust has supported:

Queen Victoria School £1,000
Borderline £1,000
Drumpark School £1,000
St Catherine’s Homeless Project £1,000
The Colonel's Fund The Scots Guards £1,000
Riding for the Disabled Glasgow £1,000
Waverley Care £1,000
Skye and Lochalsh Young Carers £1,000
Islay and Jura Sick Children’s Fund £1,000
Black Watch Heritage Appeal £2,500
Marie Curie Hospice for Glasgow £500
Total donations £12,000