ILF Scotland Transition Fund

If you're aged 15 to 25 with a disability or impairment you can apply to the Transition Fund for money to help you take part in a new activity or learn a skill.

What you can use the money for You can use Transition Fund money to take part in a new activity or learn a skill that will help you to become independent and continue to spend more time with other people.

You can use the money for things like:

• art or music lessons
• a device or piece of technology to help you with your impairment
• joining a class or club
• travel training
• driving lessons (vehicles are not usually funded)
• training courses

The most amount of money you can apply to the Transition Fund for is £4,000.

Who can apply:

You can apply to the Transition Fund if you:

• are between 15 and 25 years old
• have lived in Scotland for the last 6 months
• have an impairment or disability
• have less than £27,250 in your personal savings

If you apply for the grant at age 15 you will not get the money until you turn 16.

What you'll need to make an application You'll need to show ILF Scotland proof of your disability or impairment.

If you are receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP) this can act as proof.

If not, you'll need to get a letter from:

• your social worker
• your local area coordinator
• your teacher
• your health worker
• your GP
• your careers advisor/job coach
• a registered charity