Supporting charitable works and endeavours in Scotland and beyond for over 50 years

The Barcapel Foundation

The current Directors are the third and fourth generation of the Wilson family to manage our charitable trust and are still guided by the philosophies of the original settlors, R Clement Wilson and Andrew C Wilson.

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Children jousting on the Tournament Bridge, Eglinton Country Park

The Barcapel Foundation Trustees meet twice a year, around May and November, to consider grant applications.
The next Barcapel meeting will take place on Monday 18th May 2026 and application forms should be submitted by email to admin@barcapelfoundation.org by no later than Friday, 3rd April, 2026

Priority Areas of Interest for Funding

Health, Heritage & Youth

Health

All areas of medicine and healing are supported by the foundation, with a particular interest in complementary and alternative therapies.

Heritage

We are committed to preserving and protecting our artistic and cultural heritage, especially with reference to the built environment.

Youth

The foundation supports all areas of development for young people especially those from socially disadvantaged backgrounds.

Past Awards

Donations in 2025

The following are a selection of grants approved in 2025

  • Beacon Arts Centre £7.5k
  • Royal Conservatoire of Scotland £15k
  • Connecting Carers £11,204
  • Growing2gether £10k
  • University of Edinburgh Development Trust £15k
  • Medical Detection Dogs £10k
  • Vintage Vibes £12k
  • Inspiring Communities £10k
  • The Sorted Project £10k
List of Previous Past Awards