The Variety Scholarship Program is a part of the Future Kids Program. Developed in 2006, its aim is to assist children who have already demonstrated success and commitment in sport, arts, drama, music or academia, and are at the stage where they cannot advance without external assistance. The scholarships are to provide help over the period of one year (to a maximum of three years), depending on yearly appraisals, and are NOT singular event focused.

Children are granted a maximum of $5,000 per year for up to three years, and committee members follow the progress of the children throughout this time. The scholarship money can include tuition fees, personal development, and purchase of training equipment, travel and accommodation.

To be eligible, the child must be:

1. under 18 years of age
2. economically disadvantaged
3. physically and/or intellectually challenged, AND/OR disadvantaged due to geographic location
4. an Australian citizen

To apply, please download the Application Form.

For further information on the Variety Scholarship Program, please email: appeals@varietynsw.org.au, or call Deb Gibbons on 02 9819 1003.