The Jean Armour Burns Trust
Funding projects and events
which promote the Scots Tongue
and the life and works of Robert Burns.
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
Jean Armour Burns Trust Prize 2024
Picture by Hope Holmes/RCS. THE JEAN ARMOUR BURNS TRUST PRIZE OF £500 AWARDED ANNUALLY TO AN ACTING STUDENT AT THE ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE OF SCOTLAND The Jean Armour Burns Trust Award for a final year BA Acting student who has shown resolve, courage and adaptability...
The Robert Burns World Federation Junior Schools Competition
Held at Clydeview Academy in Gourock Report by Trustee, Bob Barnes A very busy and entertaining afternoon. A real achievement getting to watch and listen to the various categories. It was full on entertainment from start to finish. The talent and enthusiasm from the...
Kilbryde Burns Club
Members of the Kilbryde Burns Club had a wonderful ‘Burns’ lunch on the 29th of May 2024 at the Once Upon a Table restaurant in East Kilbride Post COVID the Club, similar to many other Clubs, has struggled to encourage members back to the fold. Heart-warmingly, 32...
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- : Picture by Hope Holmes/RCS.