Foundation Broken Hill

Training Grant

2024 Training Grant is CLOSED

Pam Clarke (Former Skillshare Manager) previous Grant recipients Stephanie Warhurst (left) and Airlie Barraclough. (photo courtesy of the BDT).

Pam Clarke (Former Skillshare Manager) previous Grant recipients Stephanie Warhurst (left) and Airlie Barraclough. (photo courtesy of the BDT).

2021 Grant recipients Michelle Pearce, Eilis Quinn and Samantha Cecchin with Pam Clarke (Former Skillshare Manager) (photo courtesy of the BDT).

2023 Grant Recipient Paris Ralph, with Foundation Broken Hill CEO Travis Nadge. Paris is currently in her 2nd year studying Cert 3 in Carpentry.



Outline

The Foundation Broken Hill Training Grant is being offered to assist career opportunities for school leavers, those undertaking current studies, those in a casual or part-time position, job seekers, or those who are thinking about a career change and also to assist those who can demonstrate financial or other hardships.

The training grant was initially established in 2013 through the generous endowment of funds from Broken Hill Skillshare and Foundation Broken Hill is proud to be able to continue with the vision set by Skillshare in the early years. Broken Hill Skillshare was a well-respected training organisation who provided training and support over multiple decades to countless Broken Hill people.

The objective of the grant program is to encourage a person to pursue a course of study in a field which will benefit their future job opportunities in Broken Hill and the region. The successful applicants will be those wishing to upgrade their skills or qualifications in the pursuit of paid employment, either in Broken Hill or when they return to Broken Hill after their studies are completed.

Each grant will be provided on an individual basis to successful applicants who meet our criteria. Five grants (up to a value of $1,000) are being offered.

You may be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process. The grant applicants will be assessed by a sub-committee panel and the decision of that selection panel will be final.

To apply please email grants@foundationbh.org.au and request an application.

What can the Grant be used for?

  • Course fees,

  • Text books,

  • Course specific equipment or tools,

  • Travel expenses to the place of study (if outside Broken Hill), and

  • Other study related expenses as agreed by the Grant sub-committee.

What do I need to attach with my application?

  • A copy of the course details you wish to study,

  • Details of any financial assistance you are receiving relating to your study,

  • Any documents relating to costs you have incurred or are about to incur (i.e. course fee invoice, quote for relevant equipment, receipts for text books or travel/accommodation expenses).

  • PLEASE NOTE: You will need the above documentation before commencing the online application process.

Please email grants@foundationbh.org.au to receive an application form