The Jean Armour Burns Trust
Funding projects and events
which promote the Scots Tongue
and the life and works of Robert Burns.
Photographer: Tommy Ga-Ken Wan
AIMS OF THE TRUST
The purpose of the Trust is to stimulate the public interest in the Scots tongue and support and promote the teaching of the works of Robert Burns in Scotland.
A major part of the annual income from the invested capital is made available each year to Burns Clubs, the A.S.N. and language & communication resource bases in Schools, and talented groups and individuals, to help fund projects and events in their communities.
Latest Projects
The Allure of Alloway
A number of pupils from Hollybrook Academy were fortunate to make a return visit to The Burns Birthplace Museum and Burns Cottage in Alloway. Assisted by funding from The Jean Armour Burns Trust the pupils spent a wonderful day exploring the historical connections...
Park School Kilmarnock – Burns Experience
Pupils from Park School in Kilmarnock recently enjoy a trip to the famous Burns Cottage in Alloway as well as the nearby ‘Brig o’ Doon’ They also visited the Burns Monument. Later they had their own event in the school rounding off what was a memorable experience for...
Sandyford Burns Club – Burns Supper
Sandyford Burns Club Anniversary Dinner took place 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Argyle Street Glasgow on Saturday 7th February 2026. It was attended by 60 people including The Lord Provost of Glasgow, Bailie Jacqueline McLaren, who was the Principal Guest. This...