The 2024 Young Carer Scholarship Program is now open!
Who are Young Carers?
Did you know that there are more than 60,000 young people in Victoria who have significant care responsibilities for a loved one?
They may support their mother, father, sibling or grandparent because of a disability, mental illness, chronic health issue or ageing care needs. Many young carers are at risk of dropping out of school or having difficulty maintaining social networks and participating in activities that their peers enjoy.
About the Young Carer Scholarship Program
Carers Victoria's Young Carer Scholarship program gives young carers attending secondary school the opportunity to be acknowledged for their contributions to their family and the community.
With this scholarship, they can participate in additional school or community-based activities that may enhance their skills, educational achievement, and abilities, as well as help them to participate more fully in their community.
Scholarships of up to $500 are awarded to successful applicants.
Who can Apply?
Young Carer Scholarships are open to secondary school students who live or go to school in Victoria and provide care and support to a family member with an illness or disability.
Please note the number of scholarships awarded is dependent on the amount of funding available. Those who receive a Young Carer Bursary in that year will not be eligible.
Further Information
If you have any questions regarding the Young Carer Scholarship program, please call Kate Topp, Member and Supporter Officer on 1800 514 845 (option 4) or email membership@carersvictoria.org.au
2024 Young Carer Scholarships are proudly supported by The Collie Foundation.