The purpose of the foundation is to promote the further education of young people under the age of 25 within the area of Carlisle, England. This is achieved by making grants to young persons under the age of 25 who have been awarded a further or higher education place and who (or whose parents) reside within the Carlisle District. Financial assistance can also be provided to young graduates wishing to undertake higher studies or obtain professional qualifications. The Charity also makes cash awards to assist students to travel in this country or abroad where the purpose of such travel is clearly associated with their course of study.