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Grants for surname???? GMTV recently

My parents saw Martin talk about a benefit/grant scheme for people with the surnames Buchanan and Bell on GMTV recently.

Is this correct and if so how do you go about it?

Many Thanks
DeeeZ

Comments

  • So intrigued i googled it - found:

    Award details
    Value per annum not specified Duration not specified Application open Apr 2009 Application close Jul 2010 Number of Award(s) not specified Award Level All Subject area Non Subject Specific
    Award Criteria Income related Qualifying Details
    The Buchanan Society is the oldest Clan society in Scotland. Grantmaking is its only function. Eligibility: People with any of the following surnames: Buchanan, McAuslan (any spelling), McWattie or Risk. Bursaries can be granted to students in severe financial difficulties. Contact: McEwen & Company 2 Broadcroft Kirkintilloch G66 1HP This award is applicable to the following countries:
    all countries

    http://www.scholarship-search.org.uk/grants/buchanan-society-at-buchanan-society/hc_edufin.page_pls_user_sch_dets/16180339/220707/sch_id/10576/page.htm
    DFW since JAN 2009 - 2014 will be the year i finally clear debts :) Just to see which month :))))

    One adult + 4 children + dog
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