The Trust is funded in a variety of ways. We are grateful to the City of Edinburgh Council for their grant support, we also raise money through the Visitor Centre and the fundraising events we organise throughout the year – such as Plant Sales and Fun days. However, an important source of funding for the charity comes from public donations and the generous support of our members.
You can use the links below to make a donation through a secure donation portal, powered by the Charities Aid Foundation. It’s a safe and secure way to make one-off or regular monthly donations that also allows us to process GiftAid.
buys a tree and a tree tube to plant along the river
buys a sieve, bug box and clipboard to kit out a child on an educational visit
buys a pair of gloves, litter picker and bags to kit out a volunteer
pays for our Ranger to work with a disadvantaged group of people, introducing them to the river and its wildlife
supports everything needed for a river clean up – including staff, administration and resources
would supply plants and tools for a wildflower planting project to improve riparian habitats
By remembering the Water of Leith Conservation Trust in your will, you can help protect Edinburgh’s river for generations to come. Your gift will support vital conservation work, environmental education, and community engagement—ensuring the Water of Leith remains a healthy, thriving river cared for by its community.
To include a gift to The Water of Leith Conservation Trust in your Will all you need to do is give your solicitor our name, address and registered charity number, and instruct them as to how much you would like to donate to the charity.
It really is as easy as that, and your kind donation will go on to help fund the Trust into the future. If you need help with this process please contact our Chief Executive [email protected]
The Water of Leith Conservation Trust,
24 Lanark Road,
Edinburgh, EH14 1TQ.
Scottish Charity Number SC000015