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Do you know a young person who could do with some support through the Grow a Star program?
Applicants must be 10-18 years old, engaged in education, training or employment and able to demonstrate a need for assistance. 

++ Special Grow a Star funding round for young women ++

 A special Grow a Star funding round will open on 1 July 2025 and close on 31 July 2025.
This round is open to young women aged 12–18 years. All other eligibility criteria and application requirements remain the same as our general Grow a Star program.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome in early September.

This funding opportunity has been made possible thanks to Duane Dowell, CEO of Newcastle Jockey Club, and the Newcastle Racecourse International Women’s Day event committee.
Funds were raised for this round of funding at the International Women’s Day event held at Newcastle Racecourse earlier this year.

To apply, scroll to the bottom of this page and click on General Applications AUSTRALIA

The Application Process

Applications to the Grow a Star Youth Scholarship Program are accepted all year round. The scholarships aim to ensure that young people have the opportunity to reach their potential in education, sport, or the arts.


Who is eligible to apply?


Any young person who:

  • is aged between 10 and 18 years of age,
  • can demonstrate why they are seeking assistance,
  • can demonstrate how the scholarship will benefit them,
  • is engaged in education, training, or employment; and
  • has a genuine sporting, artistic, musical or educational opportunity. 


How do I apply?


  1. Complete the relevant application form below.
  2. Ensure you or your parent/guardian/significant other (if under 18 years) completes the declaration and signs the application form. 
  3. Submit your application on or before the closing date.



What happens with my application?


You will receive an email or text message confirming receipt of your application. Please make yourself available to speak with the Grow a Star Program Coordinator in the event they have any questions regarding your application.


The Grow a Star Program Coordinator will contact all successful applicants with information about their scholarship, including the amount of funding received, program reporting requirements and terms and conditions. In addition, we will be asking successful applicants to sign a media release document to assist in supporting the program with photos and information for media releases. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email or text message.



What do the scholarships cover?


Education

  • Elective school fees
  • Protective clothing (PPE) for elective subjects
  • Stationery items
  • Specialist program fees
  • School uniforms


Sport

  • Registration fees
  • Uniforms and/or sporting equipment


Arts/Music

  • Tuition fees
  • Equipment or instruments


What the scholarships do NOT cover

  • Medical costs
  • Accommodation
  • Travel costs
  • General school fees

Applications Forms

General Application AUSTRALIA (pdf)Download
General Application NEW ZEALAND (pdf)Download

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