Marist Old Boys’ Scholarship Fund Incorporated

The Marist Old Boys’ Scholarship Fund Incorporated, based in Curtin, Australia, is a charitable organisation dedicated to supporting educational opportunities for students connected to the Marist community. It raises funds to provide scholarships and bursaries that help cover costs directly related to students’ education, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent deserving young people from accessing quality schooling.

Empowering Education Through Scholarships

The Fund’s flagship activity is the provision of scholarships and bursaries aimed at assisting students with expenses such as school fees, textbooks, uniforms, and excursions. This initiative is designed to promote educational equity by awarding scholarships based on merit, equity, or a combination of both, thereby enabling students to fully engage in their schooling without financial hardship.

Mission and Vision

The Fund’s mission is to foster educational access and success for students within the Marist community by providing financial support through scholarships. Its vision is a future where all students, regardless of economic background, can benefit from a Marist education that nurtures strong minds and compassionate hearts.

Main Objectives

• Raise funds to support and expand scholarship opportunities.
• Administer scholarships with transparency and accountability.
• Promote educational equity by assisting students facing financial challenges.
• Encourage recipients to realise their potential and contribute positively to society.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are students of school age, particularly those connected to the Marist community who require financial assistance to access or continue their education. This includes children and youth who demonstrate academic merit or come from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Types of Services or Activities

• Fundraising campaigns within the Marist Old Boys community and broader supporters.
• Assessment and awarding of scholarships through a specialist committee.
• Financial support covering school-related costs such as fees, books, uniforms, and excursions.
• Ongoing management and auditing of scholarship funds to ensure good governance.

References

A list of sources used to compile this information includes:

• GiveNow – Parramatta Marist Old Boys Union Scholarship Fund
• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission – Parramatta Marist Old Boys’ Union Scholarship Fund
• Parramatta Marist Westmead Alumni