Scholarships

Research shows that young people who complete year 12 (or equivalent) and transition well to further study or work are more likely to overcome social and economic disadvantages.

Introduction

For several years The Daylesford Foundation has awarded scholarships to
support local year 12 students undertaking university, TAFE or apprenticeships. In 2025, we partnered with an organisation to deliver scholarships to offer more tailored support, networking and leadership opportunities to young people living and/or attending secondary school in the Hepburn Shire.

Daylesford College students

From 2025, scholarships will be provided in partnership with Youthrive Victoria to continue to support young people in the community. This includes a commitment of 2 University Scholarships and 2 Rural Chances Scholarships to eligible Daylesford College students transitioning to further studies.

About Youthrive Victoria

Youthrive provides opportunities for young rural Victorians to build knowledge, skills, and leadership capacity through scholarships, development opportunities, mentoring, connections & wrap-around support.

University Scholarships (closes 15 August 2025)

Are you a Year 12 student from the Hepburn Shire area with big dreams of going to university next year? Or, do you know someone who is?

The Daylesford Foundation is once again partnering with Youthrive to provide scholarships to young people in our community. Don’t miss the chance to receive up to $10,000 per year for 3 years, along with:

• Mentoring
• Development opportunities
• A strong alumni networkUniversity Scholarships are $10,000 per year scholarships (over 3 years) and are awarded to Year 12 students who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to contributing to a strong, just and sustainable rural and regional Victoria.

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Rural Chances Scholarships (closes 20 October 2025)

Are you between the ages of 16 and 24 and in need of financial support to attend TAFE in 2026? The Daylesford Foundation is excited to collaborate with Youthrive once again to offer scholarships to deserving young individuals in our community. This is your opportunity to receive a one-time payment of $5,000 to help cover your course-related expenses, along with:

• Networking opportunities
• Mentoring
• Leadership development

Rural Chances scholarship recipients will receive extra support from a mentor, and leadership and networking opportunities.

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Click on each image to read about past scholarship recipients