1. SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS

2. What is a Scholarship? Money that is given to an individual to help them achieve something You don’t have to pay the money back A great way to fund your education Each scholarship has criteria set by the funder The funder is the person or organisation giving away the money (eg. universities, trusts, government departments…)

3. Who can apply for scholarships? Anyone! Criteria could be based on anything Carefully read the criteria to make sure you are eligible before you apply You can apply for more than one scholarship

4. Created and maintained by the Funding Information Service www.fis.org.nzwww.fis.org.nz Online database of over 3700 scholarships and grants for individuals Wide range of schemes, e.g. for tertiary studies, sports, arts, personal and professional development Contains contact details of the funders and link to application forms 8-10 new schemes added to BreakOut per week! BreakOut – Scholarships and Grants NZ

5. How do I use BreakOut? Use drop down lists to answer the questions If the question doesn’t apply, just leave it blank You will get a list of scholarships that match the criteria you have entered Look through the list to find the ones most relevant to you Read all the information given If you want to apply, contact the funder for more information and for an application form

6. Calendarsearch A-Z list searchCriteriasearch

7. Tertiary awards Secondary school awards Other Criteriasearch

8. Criteriasearch

9. List of search results Click on the ones that apply to see the whole record

10. CalendarSearch

11. A-Z list Search Keyword search Alphabetical list

12. Where can you access BreakOut? WESTLAND DISTRICT LIBRARY Find a map of public sites on www.breakout.org.nz

13. Application tips Only apply if you meet the eligibility criteria Answer every question Check your application for spelling and grammar mistakes Type or write in neat handwriting Send application in on time or early Include all extra documents they ask for Ask someone else to double check your application

14. Any questions? Ask a Librarian