Canberra Grammar School Foundation Scholarship Fund
Tips for Applicants
The Foundation primarily supports existing Canberra Grammar School students and prospective students through its scholarship programs. For the Indigenous Scholarship Programme, applicants should demonstrate Indigenous heritage, academic potential, and financial need. The program accepts applications from students across ACT and NSW. Contact the School directly for scholarship enquiries. The Foundation operates with transparency and publishes annual reports and impact reports publicly.
Giving Philosophy
The Foundation believes philanthropy is vital for enhancing educational opportunities and securing the school's future. It aims to reduce the financial burden on parents, make education accessible to talented students regardless of background, and fund building/maintenance that would otherwise require fee increases. The Foundation emphasizes transparency, accountability to donors, and long-term corpus growth to ensure sustainable support for generations of students.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $200K | $401K | $4.0M | $4.0M |
| FY2022 | $310K | $664K | $3.5M | $3.5M |
| FY2021 | $400K | $883K | $3.5M | $3.5M |
| FY2020 | $200K | $361K | $2.9M | $2.9M |
| FY2019 | $291K | $317K | $2.7M | $2.7M |
| FY2018 | $206K | $423K | $2.3M | $2.3M |
| FY2017 | — | $262K | $2.3M | $2.3M |
| 7yr total | $1.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (10)
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The Centenary Project
Aimed at educating 100 additional students on Indigenous and equity scholarships by the school's centenary in 2029, alongside campus development.
Talent and Merit Scholarships
These scholarships nurture and support exceptional talents and academic excellence, offering opportunities for deserving students to pursue their dreams at Canberra Grammar School.
Ann Jory Music Scholarship
This scholarship is for ongoing piano students to extend their keyboard abilities and master the organ, awarded for a three-year period and supporting organ tuition up to $2,500 per annum.
Merit Scholarships (Academic)
These scholarships support academically driven students, recognizing and rewarding outstanding academic achievements and a commitment to excellence.
CGS Foundation Scholarship Programme
Provides Indigenous, Talent, and Merit scholarships to students at Canberra Grammar School.
Name a Seat Programme (Snow Concert Hall)
Supports the CGS Foundation Scholarship Programme through pledges totalling $2,000 to personalise a seat in the Snow Concert Hall.
Indigenous Scholarship Programme
This program welcomes Indigenous Scholars to Canberra Grammar School, providing academic, pastoral, and co-curricular opportunities to students, with a goal of having at least 100 Indigenous students commence their education by 2029.
Peter Hazlehurst Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to students with a keen interest in or outstanding talent for ICT or Science and Technology, demonstrated by a wish to study Software Design and Development or Science and Technology in Years 11 and 12.
CGS Organ Scholarships
Up to three scholarships are awarded annually to support the cost of organ tuition with the school's organ tutor, covering up to $2,500 per annum.
Terry Snow Scholarship for Global Studies
Established from Terry Snow's $8 million gift to support global studies education and development of the Snow Centre.
Program History (5)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
CGS Foundation Scholarship Programme
Provides Indigenous, Talent, and Merit scholarships to students at Canberra Grammar School.
Indigenous Scholarship Programme
This program provides scholarships to support Indigenous students in accessing education at Canberra Grammar School.
The Centenary Project
Aimed at educating 100 additional students on Indigenous and equity scholarships by the school's centenary in 2029, alongside campus development.
Name a Seat Programme (Snow Concert Hall)
Supports the CGS Foundation Scholarship Programme through pledges totalling $2,000 to personalise a seat in the Snow Concert Hall.
Talent and Merit Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded based on talent and merit, enabling students to pursue their education at Canberra Grammar School.