The Davers Charitable Trust

Constitutional objectives

4.1 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1.1 to advance education for those residing within the geographical area of Dumfriesshire by acting as a 'grant-giving' body in support of academic achievement, research and the like, by groups or individuals in schools, colleges and other educational establishments and in the provision of school or college prizes for particular merit or outstanding achievement. 4.1.2 to advance public participation in sport in Dumfriesshire by acting as a 'grant-giving' body to assist in the provision of training and playing facilities for those engaged in sporting activities in Dumfriesshire. to assist with the purchase of equipment suitable for those engaged in sporting activities in Dumfriesshire. to assist in the promotion of individual and group technical competence and the attainment of high standards within the field of sport in Dumfriesshire. to assist in the funding of travel expenses by individuals or groups to and from sporting or other venues for the purpose of participation in or furthering skills in sporting activities, competitive or otherwise. 4.1.3 to provide relief for those in need by reason of age, ill-health including, but not restricted to, a life limiting condition or terminal illness, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage within Dumfriesshire. to provide assistance, including specialist treatment for medical reasons or provision of services over and above those provided by the state or other organisations to those who require assistance with funding. to promote and support the use of alternative therapies in Dumfriesshire. to assist in the provision of or organisation of recreational activities designed to endeavour to improve the conditions of life of those for whom the recreational activities are intended.