The Charlie Bell Scholarship for Future Leaders is a prestigious program in Australia, established in memory of Charlie Bell, the first Australian CEO of McDonald's Corporation. This scholarship aims to support young individuals who have demonstrated leadership potential and are pursuing higher education.
Scholarship Details
Award Value: Up to $30,000
Eligibility:
Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
Accepted into or enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at an Australian university
Available to commence or continue university in the relevant academic year
For one of the awards, applicants must be employed by McDonald's or its franchisees
Must not have previously received the Charlie Bell Scholarship
Selection Criteria:
Academic achievements and career goals
Personal achievements and community involvement
Demonstrated financial need
Impact of the scholarship on the applicant's studies and career aspirations
Quality of application presentation
Application Process:
Applications are typically submitted via email
Shortlisted applicants may be invited to participate in a leadership program facilitated by Development Dimensions International (DDI)
Applicants under 18 years require parental consent
For more detailed information and application guidelines, you can visit the official McDonald's Australia website: Charlie Bell Scholarship.
Additional Opportunity: RMHC Charlie Bell Scholarship
In addition to the above, the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Charlie Bell Scholarship offers financial assistance to young people aged 15–20 who have experienced serious illness or injury and are pursuing tertiary or vocational education.
Award Value: Up to $5,000
Eligibility:
Aged between 15–20 years
Have been treated at a children's hospital for a serious illness or injury
Eligible to attend a tertiary or vocational institution such as university, college, or TAFE
Application Process:
Applications typically close on 30th September each year
Applicants need to provide educational history, medical history, study aims, career pursuits, personal achievements, community involvement, and references
For more information and to apply, visit the RMHC website: RMHC Charlie Bell Scholarships.News Hub - Medianet News Hub archive