Sunderland
Boy's Fund
Young People of Sunderland Fund
aka Sunderland Boys Fund.
The Fund purpose, to provide financial assistance to persons between the ages of 15 and 25 and who are residents of Sunderland. To prepare young people for work by assisting apprentices for example with tools and overalls.
In more recent years financial help has been given to individuals and groups in the form of a contribution towards travel expenses or general fund raising for adventure outings (e.g. scout groups) expenditure (including foreign visits) and sporting and cultural activities particularly if there are occasions which are extraordinary e.g. representing the city at events.
Sponsorship
"Sunderland Boys industrial School Fund, set up by our forefathers, is designed to help young persons, both boys and girls, with items such as tools, or work ware, which will enable them to gain employment. Funding is also considered for educational visits, where the experience benefits movement towards employment.
The fund will also look to assist applicants with clothing or transport costs, when attending job interviews”.
Are you under 25 and living in Sunderland? Click here to apply
In all applications, the Trustees will be encouraged to support the funding application if the end target is beneficial to the applicant(s) gaining experience towards seeking employment.
