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Terra’s* story: Shaping her tomorrow

Terra’s* story: Shaping her tomorrow

Apr 21, 2026 | Home page, Impact stories, National Scholarship Program

Terra always hoped to be the first in her family to attend university, but financial stress at home meant her goals felt out of reach.  “I had all these big plans, but I had no support or funding to do them,” says Terra. “I’ve been raised by my single dad who’s been...
Can we support you to reach your dreams?

Can we support you to reach your dreams?

Mar 12, 2026 | National Scholarship Program, News and updates

We are now accepting nominations! Enter or nominate a young person here until 4pm 15 May 2026 At Youth Off The Streets, we believe that all children and young people deserve the chance to achieve their potential. That’s why our founder, Father Chris Riley, created the...
Could you be our next scholarship recipient?

Could you be our next scholarship recipient?

Mar 3, 2026 | Home page, Impact stories, National Scholarship Program

Applications for the 2026 National Scholarship Program will be accepted from Monday 9 March 2026 until 4pm Friday 15 May 2026. Click through here to learn more. Sunrise fell in love with performing when she was in Year 2.  “I felt the most validation when I was...
Emery’s story: Breaking the ice

Emery’s story: Breaking the ice

Mar 26, 2025 | Impact stories, National Scholarship Program

Just over three years ago, Emery and his friends decided to go ice skating. “We all made fun of each other, because we were so bad at it,” Emery laughs. Emery soon enrolled in a ten-week skating course. He was surprised to learn that he had an innate talent for the...
Sam’s story: “It’s my way of giving back and paying it forward”

Sam’s story: “It’s my way of giving back and paying it forward”

Jul 3, 2024 | First Nations Services, Impact stories, National Scholarship Program, Youth homelessness

In 2005, Sam Alderton-Johnson applied for a scholarship through Youth Off The Streets’ National Scholarship Program at his caseworker’s suggestion.  “I had ambitions to go to university, but I failed all my trial HSC exams,” Sam remembers.  “That’s when I realised...
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