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Young Carer Scholarship 2026 opens May 1st !

APPLICATIONS OPEN FRIDAY 1 MAY 2026 APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 31 MAY 2026

The Young Carer Scholarship Program gives young carers opportunities to grow outside of their caring roles. These grants can be used for further education, joining in school or community activities or helping young carers to further their creative or sporting passions.

Who can apply?

Secondary school students in Victoria who give care and support to a family member with a disability, mental illness, chronic health issue or an older person with care needs.

Please note all applicants must have the consent of a parent or guardian before submitting.

Being awarded the Young Carer Scholarship made me feel deeply appreciated and recognized for the efforts I put into balancing my caregiving responsibilities and education.

2025 scholarship recipient

What can be applied for?

Scholarships are up to $500. Scholarships can be awarded for:

  • school or community based classes/ activities, such as camps and excursions
  • sporting club participation fees
  • tutoring
  • skills-based activities and lessons such as: dance, music, fitness or driving
  • club memberships
  • direct educational expenses such as compulsory fees, books and uniforms

How to apply?

Read the Young Carer Scholarship Guidelines to ensure eligibility. 

Complete an Application Form online when applications open Friday 1 May and are due by Sunday 31 May 2026.

More information

Please contact Carer Networks and Grants Coordinator

p: 1800 514 845

e: grants@carersvictoria.org.au 

Help spread the word!

Use these assets and collateral to help promote the Young Carers Scholarship with your networks. Share key messages and information, encourage young carers you work with or support to apply.

  • Young Carer Scholarship flyer in PDF

 

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Do you know a young carer, or are you a young carer in secondary school?

Applications for the Carers Victoria Young Carer Scholarship program are now open.

With scholarships of up to $500 available to the successful applicant, this could be a little something to brighten their day.

👉 Apply now Young Carer Scholarship - Carers Victoria

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Scholarships of up to $500 available to Young Carers

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Carers Victoria has launched their Young Carer Scholarship for 2026.

This scholarship gives young carers attending secondary school in Victoria the opportunity to be acknowledged for their contributions to their family and the community.

The scholarships can be used for further education, joining in school or community activities or helping young carers to further their creative or sporting passions.

If you’re a young carer or know a young carer, apply today!

 

For more information, go to:

https://carersvictoria.org.au/information-and-impact/grants-and-scholarships/young-carer-scholarship/

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