No. If approved, Variety pays the supplier directly.

Variety Heart Scholarship aims to support kids who are aiming high and are on a dedicated path toward excellence and potential elite-level achievement.

Applicants must be:

• Between 8 and 18 years of age
• Living in Tasmania - Australian citizenship is not a requirement
• Household income must be under $165,000

and;

• The child’s achievements and potential must be verified by a qualified professional
• Evidence of achievement or potential must be included and must be relevant to the child’s discipline
• Applicants must have a recognised talent in the areas of Arts, Sports or Academics

Please refer to the Eligibility Criteria 

An application must meet the eligibility requirements.

We know that no two applications are the same, as such each application is assessed on its' own merits taking into consideration: 

• Variety's funding capacity at the time of assessment
• Number of dependents in the household
• Geographic location – rural and remote areas
• The availability of and access to local opportunities and services
• Additional financial pressures (e.g. medical, disability-related, or caring responsibilities

Please do take the time to put together an application that: 

• Clearly and concisely defines what the need is, and
• Includes sufficient information and supporting documents such as quotes and support letters from an appropriate professional person that directly discusses and focuses on what the child’s or organisation's needs are. 

We’re here to help guide you through the process. Please contact us on 03 6248 4888 or email [email protected]

Examples of ineligible requests: 

• Retrospective funding.
• School fees / Tutoring (School curriculum).
• Parking, petrol and car costs.
• Ongoing repairs/maintenance of equipment.
• Travel costs that are associated with anyone other than the recipient.