The Lions Club of Whyalla Mount Laura in association with the Corporation of the City of Whyalla introduces the Whyalla Gift Foundation.
History
In 1991, the Lions Club of Whyalla Mount Laura established the Whyalla Gift Foundation to assist persons financially when they are selected to represent Whyalla, South Australia or Australia in their chosen sport or competitive activity.
The Foundation is funded by donations from the Corporation of the City of Whyalla and the Lions Club of Whyalla Mount Laura.
Questions regarding the Whyalla Gift Foundation can be directed to the Secretary, Alberto Salatino on 8640 3444.
Rules
- The nominated person must be chosen to represent Whyalla, South Australia or Australia.
- The person nominated must be a permanent resident living in Whyalla.
- Where possible, the application must be authorised and verified by elected officers of the parent body: local, State or National.
- Applications must include supporting documentation, e.g. expenses for uniforms, travel, accommodation, etc.
- Each application is examined on its own merits, there is no set figure that can be used as a precedent.
- The amount of grant depends upon the funds available at the time of application.
- Grant available to assist in expenses to participate in the actual events.
- The Whyalla Gift Foundation reserves the right to make a recommendation that a grant not be given without reasons.
- Recipients of assistance are required to furnish the Foundation with a brief written report within one (1) month of the event.
- All applications should be lodged at least fourteen (14) days prior to departure.