Backing potential and expanding opportunity

Our flagship Accelerate scholarship provides financial assistance and mentoring to high-potential students. The program delivers exceptional results and far-reaching impact.

The Accelerate scholarship creates lasting impact

Every Accelerate scholarship combines financial assistance with dedicated mentoring, giving young Australians the resources and guidance to build a future on their own terms.

scholarships have been awarded since 2013

of graduating scholarship students in 2025 are studying or employed

Impact That Reaches Beyond School

The 2025 graduating cohort shows how sustained support continues to make a difference beyond school. Scholars carry the confidence, skills and connections built through their scholarship into further education and employment. That impact doesn’t stop with them: many report the benefits extending to siblings and family, changing the trajectory of more than one life.

of graduating scholars are currently enrolled in further education or studying.

of graduating scholars reported a positive impact on siblings and family

Impact Stories

“Before starting the program, I lacked confidence in my career goals and abilities overall. This has significantly improved thanks to my mentor, whose incredible industry advice and willingness to listen to my problems and anxieties—big or small—have made a big difference.”

Graduate Scholar, 2025

“I would recommend the Accelerate program because it gives students the chance to learn from an experienced mentor who can offer real advice, guidance, and support. Having someone who understands the professional world makes a big difference and helps you grow in confidence, skills, and direction. The program also provides opportunities to build networks, improve communication, and prepare for future work and study.”

Graduate Scholar, 2025

Give a student the chance to go further

The financial and mentoring support provided by the scholarship can change where a young person’s life goes. Support the ABCN Scholarship Foundation and help remove the barriers standing between talent and opportunity.

Make a tax-deductible donation

Explore ways to support the Scholarship Foundation

If you’re considering a major gift, a structured giving arrangement, or including ABCN Scholarship Foundation in your will, we’d welcome a conversation. Contact us with any questions, and we’ll talk you through how a gift like this supports young people through Accelerate.

Contact our Philanthropy Manager