Am I Eligible?

The Keeping Kids at Secondary School scholarship is targeted specifically at supporting students in Year 11 and 12 to remain engaged with school.


Are you studying Year 11 or 12?

Are you an Australia Citizen living in North West Victoria or South West New South Wales?
This area refers to the Local Government Areas of Mildura (RC), Wentworth (S), Balranald (S), Swan Hill (RC), Gannawarra (S), Buloke (S), Broken Hill and Greater Wakool Ward.  You must currently reside or attend school in these areas (or their border communities) at the time of applying to Chances. 

You must be an Australian citizen to be eligible for a Chances scholarship.

Do you have financial reasons for needing our help?
Your application must evidence that you and your family are unable to financially support the request.


It is also expected that second-hand books be sourced.

Applications open on Monday the 26th of August 2024, and close Monday the 28th of October 2024.


If you require immediate assistance please contact a member of the Chances for Children Team.

Make a Donation
Mildura Office:
Mallee Family Care
122 Ninth Street Mildura
T: (03) 5023 5966