WHO WE ARE
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.
2022 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
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2022 ONLINE APPLICATION
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications close: Midnight
21st November 2022
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.
Email your references direct to songs.for.sam.inc@gmail.com
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.
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:
*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.