A recent report revealed that two-thirds of university students are living below the poverty line, with financial stress rising significantly. Scholarships provide critical support, allowing students to focus on their studies rather than worrying about essential costs like accommodation, textbooks, and technology.

By establishing a scholarship, you can make a direct and lasting impact on students who need it most. Whether you choose to support students based on financial need, academic excellence, research potential, or community leadership, your generosity transforms lives and helps shape the leaders of tomorrow.

Why Establish a Scholarship?

• Support students in need – Help remove financial barriers to higher education.
• Encourage excellence and ambition – Reward dedication and hard work.
• Make a lasting impact – Invest in the next generation of professionals.
• Be recognised for your generosity – Scholarships are acknowledged at the Charles Sturt Foundation Trust Scholarship Ceremonies, and promoted through media, events, and university channels.

How Your Scholarship Will Be Recognised

When you establish a scholarship, Charles Sturt University will:

• Publicly acknowledge your generosity at the Scholarship Ceremony.
• Promote the scholarship through the university website, career expos, social media, and schools.
• Provide a dedicated webpage URL for your organisation to share.
• Invite you to meet the recipients and witness firsthand the impact of your support.
• Recognise first-time donors with a presentation certificate.

The Charles Sturt University Foundation Trust

The Charles Sturt University Foundation Trust (CSUFT) is a non-profit entity within the university, providing vital financial support to students since 1984. The Trust is endorsed as an Income Tax Exempt Charity and carries Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, meaning all donations over $2.00 are tax-deductible.