Have you been impacted by a serious illness during your years at school? Are you leaving school to go to university, or to complete an apprenticeship/vocational training next year? Then this scholarship could be for you!

 A serious illness can make it very difficult for young people to continue their education and achieve their life goals. Our Charlie Bell Educational Scholarship will award grants of $5,000 to deserving young people to help them follow their career dreams. Ronald McDonald House Charities North Australia is here to help the recipients to succeed in their chosen career. The money can go towards university or VET fees, apprenticeship tools, books or supplies, etc.

 Applications are now open for eligible young people:

• between 15 and 20 years old;

• who have suffered from a serious illness at some point during their schooling years; and

• who are leaving school and enrolling in a university or VET course for 2026.

 The online application form requires you to supply:

• Educational information/history

• Relevant medical history

• An outline of your study aims, career pursuits, personal achievements, community involvement & goals for your future

• A written personal reference

• A written Education/Employer reference

• Signature of parent/guardian (if under 18 years)

Applications close 30th November 2025.

 Apply online now at: https://rmhc.org.au/what-we-do/charlie-bell-scholarship/

 If you have any questions or would like further information, please feel welcome to contact us:

 Belinda O’Neill   

Education Services Manager

1. (07) 4775 5600
2. belinda.oneill@rmhc.org.au

 Shakira Beale

Learning Program Coordinator

1. (07) 4775 5600 – Ext 201
2. shakira.beale@rmhc.org.au