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SmartyTip: Don’t miss any of your deadlines!
This is one of the busiest times of the year for applications that are due by June 30 (end of financial year for many funders).
Plan ahead now to avoid any rush and submit your application well before its due date.
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Email Communication
To begin an application you will need to register to SmartyGrants. The email you use to register will be considered your 'Primary Email' address.
By creating a profile in our SmartyGrants platform, you agree to receive occasional email communications from Westpac Scholars Trust to stay informed about important application dates, eligibility requirements and helpful hints about the submission process. Should you wish to opt-out of these communications, please email westpacscholars@westpac.com.au. Alternatively, you can unsubscribe upon receipt of any of our emails.
Eligibility
By commencing an application, you confirm that you meet the following eligibility requirements:
You are an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident;
You are over the age of 18;
You have experience initiating and leading social change;
You are currently in a leadership role with an existing organisation/initiative and responsible for leading a team;
The organisation/initiative is tackling a social issue of importance to Australian communities, i.e. an issue impacting the wellbeing of Australians;
The organisation/initiative is able to evidence its social impact. Your current organisation/initiative is beyond the validation stage. See stages here;
You are able to demonstrate that your organisation/initiative receives support from the community you are serving;
You are seeking funding for your personal development (not for your organisation/initiative) which will enable you to scale your social impact;
You are committed to and will participate fully in the Fellowship program, including taking time out of your organisation/initiative, to make the most of the opportunity within the award year. In addition to your development plan activities, the program includes a multi-day Leadership Development Residential and the annual Scholars Summit. Check the website for dates.
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Managing Your Application
Save frequently while completing the form as it does not auto save
To pause: click 'save and close' then log out
Resume later through the 'My Submissions' link
Download a PDF copy anytime using the 'Download PDF' button
Review questions in advance by clicking ‘Preview the form’
Use of AI
We value authenticity and encourage you to answer questions in your own words, drawing on your own thoughts and experiences. While AI tools can support editing, we encourage you to avoid using them to generate content, as genuine, personal insight is central to our assessment.
Submission Process
Review your application using the 'Review and Submit' button
You will not be able to submit your application until all the compulsory questions are completed and there are no validation errors
A few minutes after you submit your application, you'll receive a confirmation email with your submission attached
Check spam/junk folders if confirmation email is missing
If you have not received a confirmation email, it means your application was NOT submitted
Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date are not eligible
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