Application Notes

Who can apply?

Either:

Any individual under the age of 25 who is or whose parent or parents are resident in the area shown edged red on the attached plan and who wants financial help with their education. Education is interpreted in the broadest possible sense.

Or

Any individual, group or organisation that wants financial help to promote something or some activity beneficial to the residents in the area shown edged red on the attached plan (ie charitable in its broadest sense)

Please click here for the Lichfield area boundary plan the red line indicating the operative area of the trust.


Does any individual or group receive preference?

No. Each application is considered on its merits but, except in the case of individual educational grants, priority is given to those applications that will provide enduring or permanent benefit. The Trustees do not give reasons for any decision that they make.


How do I make an application?

It is essential that the application form is completed whether or not additional documents are supplied.

Please feel free to add or send any additional information which you feel may help your application. Particularly in the case of a group or an organisation please send a copy of your last set of accounts.

All applications when completed should be sent, with any other supporting documents to:

Simon R James

Lichfield Conduit Lands Trust

PO Box 8680

Burton on Trent

DE14 9QB

 


When will I know if the application has been successful?

The Trustees meet four times a year, save in emergency. Their current meeting cycle and the dates by which applications must be received is as follows:

Last Date for Applications Meeting Dates
27 February 2026
05 June 2026
28 August 2026
21 November 2026
10 March 2026
16 June 2026
08 September 2026
02 December 2026

Generally you will receive written confirmation of the result of your application within 7 days of the meeting at which it is due to be considered.


Whom do I contact if I need help with the form or further information?

Please telephone the Trust’s Warden between 9.30 am and 5.00 pm on 07546 966964