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What is an Adult Learning Grant?
If you are over 19 and are going back to study for your first Level 2 or Level 3 qualification then you may be able to get £30 a week to help with costs whilst your studying. Check out all the facts at: www.direct.gov.uk.
What are Dance and Drama Awards?
Dance and Drama Awards are available from 22 private dance and drama schools in England. Whether you qualify depends on your age nationality or residency status. For more information go to Direct.gov.uk or speak to a Connexions Personal Adviser.
Where can I get advice on benefits?
The benefits system is very complex and each individuals circumstances needs to be assessed. Connexions and the Job Centre will be able to give you information on what you might be entitled to. In the links section you will also find some useful websites.
What is the Taylor's Educational Foundation Grant?
This charitable trust exists to provide financial help to people under the age of 25 who live in the area of the former Newburn Urban District Council (being the current Newcastle electoral wards of Newburn, Lemington, Westerhope and Denton).
Grants of up to £100 are available this year to any such person who requires financial assistance with their education or training or to enter any trade or profession.
For instance, grants may be awarded to help buy books, clothing, tools or other equipment, or towards fees or other costs in attending an educational establishment or pursuing an apprenticeship or some other type of training.
Anyone wishing to apply for a grant can do so by letter addressed to:
The Chair of the Trust
c/o Jane Gibson
Walbottle Campus
Hexham Road
Walbottle
NE15 9TP
Applications should give as much detail as possible of what financial assistance is sought, and why, together with your full name and address and date of birth. They must be received by no later than Monday 21 March 2011.
All applications will be considered by the Trustees during the first week of April 2011. Successful applicants will be notified by 11 April 2011.
Independant information and advice about money and debt.
An introduction to the benefits and financial support available.
If you need to study away from home you may be able to apply for financial support.
Information on and applications to child benefit.
The most up to date information on claiming child benefit.
Direct.gov - Discetionary Support Funds
Information on support available through the funds.
Citizens Advice - Young People and Benefits Advice Guide
An overview for young people on the benefits they may be able to claim.
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