The Drake Trust is a small charity that gives grants for education and training in building conservation. Set up in 1992 it provides funding for educational institutions, groups and individuals to provide skills training and information on building conservation.

Though its main support continues to be for students on building conservation courses it has also contributed to other costs, such as relevant publications and the purchase of specialist equipment. The average grant is about £750, but larger amounts can sometimes be awarded, depending upon the available funds.