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Everything that happens in our building happens because of your support, including our teaching and learning methods and facilities, our incredible on-stage performances, and our ability to provide hundreds of students every year with scholarships and bursaries.

My scholarship allowed me to come here  – it helped get me through the door and I’m eternally grateful for that.

— Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, BA Musical Theatre Alumnus and award-winning star of Newsies and Cabaret in the West End

Michael Ahomka-Lindsay sings on stage. He wears an army-style costume.

We firmly believe that the performing arts have the ability to bring people together, spread joy and heal the deepest divisions; our work and that of our staff and students has never been so vital.

We are incredibly fortunate to have generous and committed donors who share those beliefs. Their financial support allows us to give out almost £1.5m in scholarships annually which alleviate financial stress and allow students to concentrate on their studies.

Donations also allow us to invest in our buildings, technology, and teaching, all of which enhance the student experience. This vital assistance has never been so important.

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Donate Now

Your gift today helps the artists of the future

In a world facing many challenges for students and families, we see a strong need for financial support. Donate today and join an engaged community of donors committed to helping the performing arts thrive.

Select an amount to donate

Your gift today helps the artists of the future

In a world facing many challenges for students and families, we see a strong need for financial support. Donate today and join an engaged community of donors committed to helping the performing arts thrive.

Select an amount to donate
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Donate by Text

Text ‘5RCS’ to 70085 to donate £5

Text ’10RCS’ to 70085 to donate £10

Text ’15RCS’ to 70085 to donate £15

Text ’20RCS’ to 70085 to donate £20

Texts cost your chosen donation amount plus one standard rate message.

Alternatively, you can also donate via the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland’s JustGiving page

Donor Impact

The latest version of our Donor Impact Report is now available! Click on the link below to find out more about how your donations are making a difference in the lives of students at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Download the 2022/23 Donor Impact Report

You can also view the 2021/22 Donor Impact Report.

Get in Touch

The Development Office manages all gifts to RCS and communicates regularly with its supporters. We would love you to get in touch if you have any questions or require further information on the Scholarship Fund or any of our development projects.

Development Team: development@rcs.ac.uk

Head of Fundraising & Alumni Relations, Julie Reynolds: j.reynolds2@rcs.ac.uk or call 07369 208267

Donor Development & Stewardship Manager, Stasi Schaeffer: s.schaeffer@rcs.ac.uk

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Ways to Support

As well as one-off and monthly donations, there are plenty of ways you can support the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Any and all support is greatly appreciated by us, our students, and our staff and helps ensure the longevity of the Conservatoire for generations to come.

Find out more on our dedicated pages:

How Your Support Helps

Meet Michael

Michael Ahomka-Lindsay is an RCS BA Musical Theatre Alum and award-winning stage actor. Since graduating he has starred in the original cast of Newsies and is now performing in Cabaret in London’s West End.

We spoke to Michael in his final year about his time at RCS and why support from a scholarship was so important during his studies.

Play your part in supporting the performing and production arts and donate to the Scholarship Fund today.

Student Testimonies

Jonathan Chapman poses in a percussion room, smiling at the camera.

Jonathan Chapman, Percussionist


“The value of my time on the Master’s course, and the access to instruments and tutors, is matched only by the value of the scholarship that affords me the opportunity to be here, and for that I am very grateful indeed.”

Yik Liang Soo, Pianist, poses for the camera.

Yik Liang Soo, Pianist


“I think it’s important to support scholarships because they can be life changing.”

Two ballerinas prepare in the dress room behind the scenes of the Cinderella tour.

Danila Marzilli, Dancer


“Receiving a scholarship has been an incredible help towards my studies here at the conservatoire.”

Rebecca Wilson, Trumpet player, smiles at the camera.

Rebecca Wilson, Trumpet player


“Without a scholarship I wouldn’t have been able to study for a Master’s and get to where I am today.”