Donations
Current Projects & Appeals
The Stewart Society Appeal
As early as 1903, The Society's records noted that the expanding library collection demanded the acquisition of suitable premises. However, for many years - indeed until 1988 - The Society was lucky enough to be provided with accommodation in the legal offices of the Secretary or other officers of The Society. This fortunate state of affairs had to come to an end and since 1988 the search has been on for permanent premises and, more importantly, for a means of paying for them.
Now suitable premises have been found and purchased in the very centre of Edinburgh, at 53 George Street. The premises are on the 2nd floor and consist of six rooms, two of which will initially be occupied by The Society. One is to be a library and meeting room for members, where The Society's pictures and treasures will be displayed, and the other providing archive and other records which are not in book form. The other four rooms will initially be let, providing in the short term a partial return on he money invested in the property, and invaluable scope for expansion in the long term.
The total cost of the purchase, including refurbishment, amounts to some £260,000, part of which will be funded by The Society's Benevolent Fund on commercial terms. This represents an average contribution per member of £300 (in the UK, £250 plus reclaimed tax). We realise that not all members will be able to contribute at this level but, if those who can will contribute more, we believe that the target can be comfortably reached.
Go to pledge form (I would like to make a donation to this appeal)
The Society's Library Fund
Through the generosity of members past and present, The Society has formed a unique collection of books, pictures and memorabilia relating to Stewart history. These are housed at The Society's premises in Edinburgh, which are open to members by arrangement with the Secretary or Archivist.
Go to pledge form (I would like to make a donation to this appeal)
The Society Web Site Development
The web site is an important way for The Society to keep in touch with its members across the world and to meet new members. We are constantly looking at ways of improving the site. In the new future we would like to digitally archive The Stewart Society magazines (and other Stewart material), bring you a virtual tour of the library and Headquarters, and enhance the merchandising section.
Go to pledge form (I would like to make a donation to this appeal)
The Society's Benevolent Fund
The Society's Benevolent Fund each year gives bursaries at St. Andrew's University to students who are Stewarts (or with mothers who were Stewarts.) Up to thirty bursaries, worth up to £300 per student, are awarded each year. Student Educational grants my also be available for Stewarts pursuing particular interests or studies - usually overseas.
Go to pledge form (I would like to make a donation to this appeal)
