We offer financial support to help conservators and conservation scientists grow professionally in the field of modern and contemporary sculpture. Our grants can contribute to:
Grants are available to qualified conservators, scientists, and postgraduate students working in the conservation of modern and contemporary sculpture. Please note: recipients must wait two years before applying for another Gabo Trust grant.
Start by submitting a brief outline of your proposed application via our Contact Us page. If your project aligns with our funding priorities, we’ll send you a full application form.
Initial information to include:
If you receive a grant, you’ll need to submit a digital report and high-resolution images to gabotrust@btinternet.com within the following timeframes:
All reports must acknowledge the Gabo Trust and be submitted to the Trust Secretary. While you retain copyright of your text and images, the Trust may quote from your report and use your images in its publicity materials.
Conference attendance400-500 words. Describe your goals, evaluate the outcomes, and reflect on the benefits to you and the wider conservation field.
Professional accreditation Submit a short report within 30 days of achieving accreditation, followed by a one-year summary of its impact.
Placements or postgraduate study1000 – 1500 words. Include a course overview, key experiences, and reflections on how the programme prepared you for your career.
Travel or research projectsApproximately 1000 words. Outline your objectives, assess the project’s success, and explain its value to your professional development and the conservation community.
Failure to meet these conditions may affect future funding eligibility.
If your report is of wider interest, the Gabo Trust may publish it on our website.