WHO, WHERE, WHAT AND HOW?
WHAT IS THE PM TRUST?
The PM Trust is an independent, grant making charitable incorporated organisation that awards bursaries and grants to young people between the ages of 16yrs to 24yrs old The main purpose of the Trust is to encourage and develop training and careers for young people within the hospitality industry.
TO WHOM AND HOW MUCH FUNDING DOES THE PM TRUST NORMALLY AWARD?
Catering colleges, the hospitality faculties of Universities, Associations other Charitable Trusts - The Trustees do not have a set limit on the amount an organisation can request. Grants are awarded on an individual basis at each meeting. Individuals - In order for an individual to be eligible for a grant from The PM Trust they should be studying for a hospitality related course at a college or university within the UK. The course should also lead to an accredited qualification. The grant may be used to help pay for fees, clothing, equipment or books that may be required for the particular course.
WHAT SORT OF AWARDS DOES THE PM TRUST NOT NORMALLY PROVIDE?
Young people that are not in education or work in the hospitality industry.
Overseas Students
Requests for retrospective funding
Core costs for industry competitions
HOW DO I OR HOW DOES MY ORGANISATION APPLY FOR FUNDING?
Please refer to the How to Apply section of the website for full details. You should follow the appropriate heading depending on which category of applicant you are.
WHAT INFORMATION SHOULD I INCLUDE WITH MY APPLICATION?
Please refer to the How to Apply section.
HOW OFTEN DO THE TRUSTEES MEET?
The Trustees usually meet every quarter, normally in March, June, September and December. It’s important that applications are submitted in time for one these meetings in order to be properly evaluated.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFUL?
Completed application forms and requested accompanying documentation are submitted to the Trustees at one of their quarterly meetings as outlined in the answer to the above question. You will receive an email very shortly after the Trustee meeting informing you of their decision.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY APPLICATION IS SUCCESSFUL?
You will be expected to comply with our standard terms and conditions which you can find on our application form.