The NRH Scholarships Program is designed to support and encourage our tenants to pursue higher education and training, or to assist with employment opportunities.
NRH tenants are encouraged to apply for a scholarship if they meet the criteria which is contained in the info pack.
Successful applicants can use their Scholarship funds towards:
Education: Laptops, software, books, technology, school supplies, tuition fees, school trips/camps, excursions.
Sport: Sports equipment, uniforms, registration or other fees, coaching sessions.
Creative arts: Musical equipment, tuition fees, dance shoes, costumes/uniforms, music/drama/art classes.
Employment: Uniforms, work boots, work tools (tools of trade), course fees/learner driver lessons to assist in securing and maintaining employment.
Scholarship categories and award amounts are:
- Primary school student $400
- Secondary school student $800
- Tertiary (University / TAFE) student or School leaver (not currently enrolled in school or education) $1,200
- Adult / School leavers pursuing interests in creative arts or sport, or to assist in obtaining (or sustaining) employment ($1,200)
There are two Scholarship rounds each year – Round One opens on 1 April and Round Two opens on 1 September.
You can download an information/application pack here, or you can call one of our offices and we will post you a copy.