What is the Hope 100 Campaign
The Hope 100 Campaign is the first fund raising campaign for the Hope Scholars program. The campaign is managed by an inter-disciplinary team of students and educators all passionate about social change and the role that education plays in said change. Through this initiative the team hopes to facilitate the support of 100 young leaders in developing countries. Scholars have been funded in Engineering, Science, Accounting, Journalism, Commerce, Medical Imaging, Economics, Nursing, Vocational studies and Information Technology.
Why should I support the Hope 100 Campaign
Because the results speack for themselves, Hope scholars have faced significant adversity but continue to pursue education. Hope scholars have graduated, magna cum laude, suma cum laude, and as university medalists. Recent scholars have gained employment with international development agencies, in the commercial sector and in academia. As little as $150 can fund a vocational qualification abroad, with as little as $500 required for a university degree.
Hope 100 FAQs
How is the project structured?
The Hope 100 program is an initiative of Nexus Foundation Australia, a registered tax concession charity (TCC), limited by guarantee.
Who manages the project?
The project is managed by a volunteer team, from a number of different backgrounds. Please peruse the website for details of the team.
Are the staff and or volunteers remunerated or salaried for their efforts?
No team member is paid in any way for their work in relation to Hope Scholars.
How much of the donated money reaches the scholars?
100% of the money donated by donors and supporters goes to the project in the field.
Where does the money go?
The money is utilised to provide scholarships and bursaries to young leaders facing financial adversity in Vietnam, India, Sri Lanka, and Australia.
What are the criteria for scholarships?
The criteria for scholarships is financial need, academic merit and leadership potential.
Who selects the scholars?
The scholarships are selected by selection committees at each of the partner universities, or partner NGOs in each of the countries of operation.
What if the scholars change their mind about a designation?
Scholars may transfer their funding to a different designation post the commencement of their designation, or in a manner consistent with the policies of their host institution.
Can the scholars receive additional funding?
Scholars may request additional funding for education related purposes.
Can the donors contact the scholars?
Donors may contact scholars through a Nexus managed virtual environment at designated points during the candidate's tertiary tenure.
