CHANCES is a scholarship program for talented young people in Boroondara. Our program is aimed at providing opportunities and support for young people in our community experiencing financial disadvantage. Our focus is to provide support to facilitate educational achievements for motivated young people. Assistance is available in the areas of academic, creative and performing arts, cultural pursuits, and leadership programs.

CHANCES in Boroondara was developed to assist young people within Boroondara who have the skills and passion to achieve, however require financial assistance to complete their goals.

The CHANCES Scholarships program is managed and administered by the Executive Team of Foundation Boroondara. Applications for scholarships are reviewed by a selection panel and recommendations for support are made to the Board of Directors.

Scholarships are available for:
New Students - Up to $1500
Renewals - Up to $1000

Please note: From 2010 onwards, there will only be one round offered per year occurring in August.

To be eligible for assistance candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Secondary Student in Years 7-11 OR attending Tertiary Institution (University or Tafe)
• Nominated by the secondary teacher or tertiary institution professional OR
• Nominated by a community support agency in Boroondara
• Demonstrate financial need, low income and or hardship
• Aged between 12 to 25 years
• Show talent, promise, motivation, passion or skill in a particular area of the curriculum
• Live OR study in Boroondara.

What We Cover - textbooks & stationery, uniform, camps excursions, computers, Met tickets, music & sporting costs.

What we Don't Cover - School fees, students who don't live or study in Boroondara, students from self supporting families & Year 12 students.

Applications can only be made with a nominating professional, not by a family member. As we only conduct one round per year, special circumstance applications may be considered outside of these timelines. (see criteria on application form)

The Boroondara CHANCES program is based on similar programs operating in the mallee, western suburbs & south eastern suburbs.

For further information please contact the Program Officer, Denise Whitelaw on 9278 4947 or email denise.whitelaw@boroondara.vic.gov.au





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