Songs For Sam

FORMERLY KNOWN AS 'SONGS FOR SAM' SCHOLARSHIP
THE SAM RODDY SCHOLARSHIP
FORMERLY KNOWN AS 'SONGS FOR SAM'

Sam Roddy

The Little General
Sam was smart and quick witted, a lovable larrikin, a fearless little footballer and a natural musician. Sam had immeasurable potential that he never got to live out. He was a great mate to those lucky enough to know him, but he tragically passed away in 2006.

Sam left an impression in his 18 short years, and it has been decided the best way to honour his legacy is to help other young people in the Tumut community to reach their potential through the Songs for Sam Scholarship.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to continue the legacy of a much loved member of our community

We aim to promote the importance of inclusion and support for young people facing the issues of growing up in a small community.
All money raised has been directed into benefiting the future of the community by encouraging and empowering local people to follow their dreams.

We ultimately want to assist individuals in regional areas to realise their potential, creatively, socially, emotionally and physically through the Songs for Sam Scholarship Initiative.
2024 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
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2024 ONLINE APPLICATION
APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications close:
16th December 2024

Instructions for Application:
Fill out the online application above.
Seek out a person to write you a written reference. This referee must provide contact details in their written reference. The written reference must be saved as a PDF. A handwritten reference that has been scanned is also acceptable. The reference must be signed with contact details provided in case anything needs to be verified.
Email your references direct to songs.for.sam.inc@gmail.com.
Please note, references must be emailed PRIOR to application deadline if it is to be considered for marking.
SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS

We proudly thank our generous sponsors and supporters, including the individual community members who have generously donated over the years to bring this scholarship fund to life. Without your gracious support, Songs for Sam would not be possible.
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If you would like to get involved with this project either as a performer, sponsor or would just like to know more about it, please get in touch and enquire below.
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TUMUT REGION
Tumut is a picturesque town located 30km off the Hume Highway, roughly half way between Sydney and Melbourne. It is a region that is blessed with beautiful and varied scenery throughout the four seasons of the year. However it may be best known for the magnificent colours of autumn, celebrated with its very own Festival of the Falling Leaf.
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SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS
The Songs for Sam Scholarship aims to encourage and inspire people to pursue an interest they are passionate about. The scholarship is worth $1000 and is focused on benefiting the youth and young adults of the Snowy Valleys Council LGA.

The Songs for Sam Committee created this scholarship in memory of the very talented and dedicated Sam Roddy.

AIM
This scholarship aims to assist young people of the Tumut region to reach their potential through community encouragement and financial support.

Eligibility
The scholarship is open to the youth and young adults aged 15 – 25 years who are current residents of the Snowy Valleys Local Government Area.

Terms & conditions
Applicants under the age of 18 must have parental/guardian consent and support to apply for this scholarship. The recipient of the scholarship is required to sign an agreement with the Songs for Sam (SFS) Committee. The agreement will detail the conditions of the scholarship, which will include:

Payment of scholarship money to scholarship recipients will be provided upon provision of invoices and/or receipts for agreed expenses.*
To report back to Songs for Sam Committee and update on progress. (You may choose to write a progress report and submit to SFS Committee, or to attend a Songs for Sam committee meeting a make a short informal presentation about progress in your chosen interest.)
To agree to promotion and media opportunities for Songs for Sam organisation.
To continue to support and advocate the values of the SFS Organisation.
To notify SFS as soon as possible of any change in circumstances which may affect your ability to fulfil your commitment.
Scholarship funds are to be utilised within 12 months of receiving the scholarship
Shortlisted candidates may be required to have an interview but is not essential.
To agree and abide by the agreed terms/conditions of the scholarship.
*In the instance that a successful scholarship recipient is not able to pay up front costs, they must put a request in writing to the Songs for Sam Treasurer. An alternative means of payment for agreed expenses may be arranged upon receiving a written request.

FORMERLY KNOWN AS 'SONGS FOR SAM' SCHOLARSHIP

FORMERLY KNOWN AS 'SONGS FOR SAM'

Sam Roddy

The Little General

OUR MISSION

2024 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!APPLY BELOW

2024 ONLINE APPLICATION

APPLICATION PROCESS

SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS

We proudly thank our generous sponsors and supporters, including the individual community members who have generously donated over the years to bring this scholarship fund to life. Without your gracious support, Songs for Sam would not be possible.

GET ON BOARD

If you would like to get involved with this project either as a performer, sponsor or would just like to know more about it, please get in touch and enquire below.

TUMUT REGION

CONTACT US

EMAIL US

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK

SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS

2024 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
APPLY BELOW