Welcome to the Centre for Social Impact's Scholarship Program!

Since 2014, the Centre for Social Impact has awarded more than $1 million in social impact scholarships to changemakers around Australia. Our scholarships support individuals dedicated to making a difference in their communities by providing the resources and opportunities needed to further their education and enhance their impact.

Explore the diverse range of scholarships we offer and take the first step towards realising your potential and driving positive change in society.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous donors who make these scholarships possible. Your support is instrumental in nurturing the next generation of changemakers. Thank you!

Applications are now open!

Offered at UNSW Centre for Social Impact, the Emeritus Professor Richard Henry AM & the late Dr Rachel Oberon Indigenous Advantage scholarships, are helping Indigenous Australians enrich their careers with skills in leadership and entrepreneurship. Three scholarships, valued at $8,5000 each, are currently available for the Graduate Certificate in Social Impact at UNSW, commencing in term 2.

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Introducing our 2025 Scholarship Recipients!

The Centre for Social Impact is proud to announce its 2025 scholarship recipients, marking another year of supporting social-change makers through impact-led education. Scholarships totalling $126,000 have been awarded to 25 students across CSI’s four partner universities, with the recipients recognised for their remarkable commitment and leadership towards positive change in Australia and overseas. Meet our new social impact scholars!

Meet a 2024 scholarship recipient

Social impact scholar, Bianca Stern, is driving change at All Things Equal, a Melbourne social enterprise café and cooking school committed to bridging the gap between people with disabilities and the wider community. Through purposeful training and employment opportunities, Bianca and her team are transforming lives one cup of coffee at a time.