The Trust can make a grant of up to £2,000 towards publishing work on any aspect of the history of television. Click here for more details.
Applying
Applications for the 2012 are now being accepted. Click here for the application form. The deadline is 30 April 2012.
For queries about the Shiers Trust please contact Clare Colvin, archivist Royal Television Society
Objectives
The promotion of public education through the study and research of the history of television in all its aspects and without regard to country of origin, including the development and encouragement of publications and associated projects such as bibliographies and monographs on particular aspects, provided that the results of such study and research shall be published and that the contribution made by the Trust shall be suitably acknowledged in any publication.
About George Shiers
George Shiers, a distinguished US television historian, was a long-standing member of the RTS. Before his death in 1983, he and his wife May provided for a bequest in their wills. The Shiers Trust grant, now in its tenth year, is normally worth £2,000. Grants will be considered and approved by the Trustees who may, at their discretion, consult appropriate experts to assist their decisions. In assessing priorities, the Trustees will take into account the sums of money available.
Past Shiers Trust Projects
Click here to read about past RTS Shiers Trust projects.