Variety – the Children’s Charity NSW/ACT is calling on families to apply for a 2026 Variety Heart Scholarship, offering life-changing support for young people living with disabilities, chronic illness or financial hardship.
The scholarship provides practical, financial assistance to help children aged 8 – 18 years reach their full potential in sport, music and the creative arts, removing barriers and creating opportunities that may otherwise be out of reach.
Whether its funding for specialist equipment, competitions or training programs, the scholarship is designed to empower children to pursue their passions, build their talent and participate fully in their chosen field.
Variety NSW/ACT CEO, Tony Warner, said the program continues to deliver meaningful, long-term impact for families doing it tough.
“Every child deserves the chance to follow their dreams and feel included, regardless of circumstances,” he said.
“The Variety Heart Scholarship is about recognising potential and providing the support needed to help children thrive – on the field, on the stage, and beyond.”
Over the past decade, more than 500 scholarships have been granted with receipients including:
- Jade Park, Professional Trumpet Player studying at The Julliard School.
- Piper Butcher, Independent country music artist
- Emery Kaison, Figure Skater and Youth Homelessness Advocate
- Oscar Stubbs, Multi Sport Para Athlete
- Layla Sharp, Para Athletics Rising Star
Parents, carers and guardians of eligible children are encouraged to apply now with applications open until Thursday 21 May at 4pm – visit https://nsw.variety.org.au/variety-heart-scholarships/.
Variety Heart Scholarships are made possible by presenting partner, the Grahame Mapp Family Foundation, in honour of the late Gillian Mapp.
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