Young people in Banbury, Oxfordshire, who are studying science, technology, engineering or mathematics can apply for financial help with their education. Banbury Charities is using money from a legacy called the Brodey Fund to support local students who may be struggling with the peripheral costs of their courses.
To qualify, students must be between 18 and 24 years old (inclusive) and live within a five-mile radius of Banbury Cross. The grants are aimed at those who do not have sufficient personal or family funds to pay for essential items such as books, specialist equipment, course fees, or transport to and from their place of study. The Trustees decide the amount offered to an individual on a case-by-case basis.
The Brodey Fund is linked to the Brodey family, founders of Norbar Torque Tools, a long-established Banbury engineering firm. Records on the Charity Commission register confirm that Banbury Charities (Charity No. 201418) manages long-running local trusts that make educational awards and other community grants.
Those wishing to apply should do so in writing to The Clerk to the Trustees at: Banbury Charities, 36 West Bar, Banbury, Oxon, OX16 9RU. Banbury Charities’ website notes that the Brodey Fund specifically supports STEM students who lack sufficient personal or family wealth to fund their studies.
Previous Brodey-related bursaries have also been administered historically through local groups, including Banbury Rotary Club, to help young scholars start their careers.
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