Cowbridge students leaving school and continuing into higher education are invited to apply for a grant from one of three local charities.

The Cowbridge Institute Educational Trust (CIET) and the Evan Jenkins Charity may help applicants under 25, while Cowbridge with Llanblethian United Charities may help those over 25.  

Applicants must live within the qualifying area agreed with the Charity Commission. Students may attend educational establishments outside of the Cowbridge area.  

Evidence must be provided to show a student has been accepted on their chosen course.  

For Cowbridge Institute Educational Trust and Cowbridge with Llanblethian United Charities, the qualifying area of residency is the Town Council area of Cowbridge with Llanblethian.  

The Evan Jenkins Charity covers the old parishes of Llanblethian and Ystradowen, which includes the villages of Trerhyngyll and Aberthin.  

Applications are also welcome from local youth groups and organisations. 

Application forms and further information can be obtained either by emailing [email protected] or [email protected]  

Forms can also be collected from outside 27 St John's Close, Cowbridge, CF71 7HN.