RATstands Ltd Marks 50 Years with £10,000 Community Programme for Music Education and Community Organisations Worldwide

RATstands Ltd, the UK-based manufacturer of music stands and
performance equipment, has launched its RATstands Community Programme, marking 50 years of
supporting music, education, and performance worldwide.

As part of this milestone, RATstands will donate £10,000 worth of products to charities, schools, and
non-profit organisations across the United Kingdom and internationally. The programme is designed
to support organisations where access to reliable equipment can make a meaningful difference to
teaching, rehearsal, and performance environments.

Applications are now open to educational institutions, music departments, and community
organisations that can demonstrate clear impact through the use of RATstands products.
“For 50 years, we have been proud to support musicians at every stage, from the classroom to the
stage” said Jacqueline Thomson, Managing Director at RATstands. “The RATstands Community
Programme is a way of recognising the vital work being done by schools and organisations across the
UK and beyond, and contributing to the next generation of music-making.”

The company expects to allocate the total value across multiple recipients, prioritising organisations
that demonstrate clear need, measurable impact, and alignment with music education or community
engagement.

Successful applicants will be selected by a review panel, with consideration given to how the
products will enhance learning environments, support performance, and improve accessibility to
music.

Applications will remain open until 18th September 2026, with recipients announced shortly
thereafter.

Organisations interested in applying can submit an application via the link below:
Apply here: https://ratstands.com/community-programme/

About RATstands
RATstands has been manufacturing music stands and performance equipment in the UK since 1976.
Known for its commitment to quality, durability, and functional design, the company supplies
products to schools, orchestras, and performers worldwide.