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
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...
Cardinal Winning School Celebrate The Bard
The Jean Armour Burns Trust was delighted to provide a funding grant for the Cardinal Winning Secondary School to enjoy a Burns Supper celebrating our National Bard, Robert Burns. As well as the Burns Supper, the funding contributed and supported a group of young...