The Edinburgh Merchant Company has been enriching the life of Scotland’s capital for more than 300 years. Today, the Merchant Company is still actively involved at the heart of the city in educational and charitable works, and this role will continue to develop. The Merchant Company is proud of its history and traditions but is responding to meet the demands of business life today. The flourishing membership of businessmen and women reflects the dynamism and energy of the Merchant Company as it looks forward.

The Merchant Company’s prestige and participation in civic ceremony enriches the life of the city. Through its schools the Merchant Company provides greater opportunity for future generations. Through its Trusts it helps young people and enhances the lives of the elderly.