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Youth Off The Streets congratulate their 2009
scholarship recipients and thanks the 2009 sponsors.
Below are details of each young person and the award they received.
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 The Pacific West Foods Scholarship
Awarded to Emma, NSW
Emma lives with her mum who suffers with glaucoma. At the age of 12, she sought opportunities to escape the responsibilities in her life, resulting in substance use. Following an awful experience facing her own mortality, Emma decided to turn her life around. Emma and her mother now have a wonderful relationship and she is also hoping to rebuild her relationship with her father. Emma recently undertook a Certificate II in nail technology and hopes to continue to study in the field of beauty therapy and make-up artistry with the help of the Pacific West Australia Scholarship.
From humble beginnings in 1995, Pacific West has grown to become one of the foremost suppliers of premium frozen seafood and pastry products in Australia. Michael Steele Managing Director of Pacific West Foods has been a long time supporter of Youth Off The Streets and the Scholarship Program. Pacific West Foods has now supported six young people to pursue their vocational goals. |
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The Coorparoo Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to Siobhan, NSW
Siobhan’s resilience was evident from a young age. At 16, she began living independently and has successfully cared for herself ever since. Siobhan has a passion for horses and is currently studying a TVET course at TAFE concurrent with her Higher School Certificate. In 2010 Siobhan plans to continue her studies at TAFE undertaking a Diploma of Horse Stud Management, and is hopeful to secure an apprenticeship in this field.
"The Coorparoo Foundation is a private fund established to support charitable organisations, in particular those helping young people who through no fault of their own don't have the same opportunities most other young people have. The Coorparoo Foundation has participated in the Youth Off The Streets Scholarship Program since its inception." |
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The Cooley Auctions Scholarship
Awarded to Thomas, NSW
Tommy is living with his older twin brothers. He has had a disruptive upbringing and is no longer able to maintain contact with his mother. Tommy shows tremendous commitment to his education, travelling two hours each way to attend school, with the aim of achieving his school certificate this year. Tommy intends on using the scholarship funds to continue his education and achieve the Higher School Certificate. Tommy is also a talented sportsman. The Cooley Auctions Scholarship will also provide him with the opportunity to refine his skills through participating in extracurricular activities.
Damien Cooley has been actively supporting local charities, both personally and professionally, for many years now. Youth Off The Streets is a cause that’s always been particularly close to his heart. Damien and his wife Peppi have been long time volunteers with the Youth Off The Streets food van, helping to give the homeless a hot meal which they have found to be a rewarding experience.
When Damien started Cooley Auctions, an auctioneering business that conducts auctions for many real estate agencies around Sydney, he was keen to make sure that the business made a worthwhile contribution back to the community. Damien set up the Cooley Golf Classic, an annual golf day held in May, specifically to raise money for Youth Off The Streets. This year a portion of the proceeds from the Cooley Golf Classic was directed to sponsor a Youth Off The Streets Scholarship. |
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The Pick Up Truck Pictures Scholarship
Awarded to Lee, QLD
Lee is currently in year 12, living with his mother and three siblings. Lee’s mother and two younger siblings each suffer from serious disabilities requiring high levels of care. Lee provides his family with personal support and works hard to assist them in their daily lives. Lee would like to use his scholarship funds to support his education, enabling him to complete school and pursue tertiary qualifications. He aspires to achieve a career in the field of science.
Eric and Rebecca Bana were first introduced to Youth Off The Streets through the Youth Off The Streets patron Sir William Deane. Since, the relationship has blossomed Eric has taken the time to visit a number of Youth Off The Streets Services and promote the work of Father Chris Riley publicly. In 2008 Eric and Rebecca attended the Celebration of Youth Dinner where they were inducted as Ambassadors for Youth Off The Streets. It was at this event Rebecca and Eric came to understand the importance of the scholarship program and the difference it makes to the future of each recipient. Subsequently Rebecca and Eric expressed interested in becoming involved in the program and in 2009 Rebecca and Eric are the proud supporters of the Pick Up Truck Pictures Scholarship. Eric and Rebecca are now providing a deserving young Australian with the opportunity to follow their educational dreams through this scholarship. Eric and Rebecca wish all the recipients every success for the future. |
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The Australian Youth and Health Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to Cassandra, NSW
Cassandra lives in semi independent housing through the ‘live and learn’ program. Due to extenuating circumstances, Cassie no longer has contact with her family. She is a talented student with the ability to achieve greatness. The Australian Youth and Health Foundation Scholarship will help Cassandra achieve her Higher School Certificate in 2010 and extend her knowledge through tertiary education.
The Australian Youth & Health Foundation is a charitable body with its aims being the assistance of youth and the promotion of health. |
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The Object Trading Scholarship
Awarded to Meg, NSW
Meg is in Year Eight at High School. In 2000, Meg’s mother passed away as a result of breast cancer. Since that time, Meg’s father has experienced enormous difficulties and has been unable to fully care for Meg. Fortunately, Meg has consistently received support by members of the community who understand her issues. She is now living with family friends, Marissa, Zaria and Amhala.
Meg is in Year Eight at High School. In 2000, Meg’s mother passed away as a result of breast cancer. Since that time, Meg’s father has experienced enormous difficulties and has been unable to fully care for Meg. Fortunately, Meg has consistently received support by members of the community who understand her issues. She is now living with family friends, Marissa, Zaria and Amhala.
The scholarship funds will help Meg to continue her education and participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. One of the first things she plans to do with her newfound independence is enrol in drama and singing lessons. You never know, you might be seeing more of Meg in the future!
Object Trading is a privately held Australian software company founded in 2000, specialising in the development of electronic trading systems. As an export success, shareholders, board and staff all ascribe the Company’s growth to a combination of entrepreneurial culture, individual and collective efforts, and fundamentally the opportunities that our community as a whole has presented each of us. Object Trading believes in nurturing these same opportunities in the community at large, through targeted sponsorship that encourages everyone to be the very best they can. |
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The Development Scholarship
Awarded to Emily, QLD
Emily lives with her mother and enjoys helping her care for her elderly grandmother and their animals. Currently completing year 11, she is a diligent student working towards obtaining her best result in the Queensland Core Skills Test. Emily plans to attend university to study Veterinary Science.
The Development scholarship was initiated when two Board members from Youth Off The Streets, being very conscious of the current financial challenges, banded together to ensure that all 2009 recipients were provided with the opportunity to pursue their goals.
Both Board members have chosen to remain anonymous, and instead they would to take the opportunity to recognise the tireless work of the Youth Off The Streets Development team in their efforts to raise the necessary funds, promote the organisation and act as support for the many services provided by YOTS. Hence, this sponsorship is named The Development Scholarship. |
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The Tony and Gwyneth Lennon Family Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to Stacey, WA
Stacey has experienced a turbulent life, coping with foster care, homelessness and abuse. She has exhibited great strength in character to overcome her past in pursuit of her future goals. Stacey intends on using her scholarship funds to achieve a Certificate II, III and IV in Horticulture.
To have the desire, drive and determination to change your own future for the better, creates the positive ripple of change for our community. It takes courage and commitment. It requires nurturing and encouragement - practical and financial. It is with great pride that our family foundation supports the efforts of worthy individuals who create, and strive for, their dreams, and to support the people and organisations like Father Chris Riley and Youth off the Streets to make it happen.
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The Mara Scholarship
Awarded to Matt, NSW
Matt has been at student at Youth Off The Streets' Chapel School and Key College since 2007.
During this time Matt has made significant progress in his education, accommodation, and personal development. Matt achieved his school certificate at Key College in 2008. Matt enjoys cooking, with aspirations of becoming a chef. This year Matt has completed several courses and work experience in the hospitality industry.
Matt is currently undertaking work experience in a Sydney restaurant with the hope of this placement developing into an apprenticeship. Matt's scholarship will support him through his apprenticeship, TAFE studies and additional courses to assist him excel in the hospitality industry.
We( Leslie, Robbie and Pete) have chosen to sponsor a scholarship because we believe that everyone deserves a chance at education and it benefits not only the recipient but the wider community. Being a sponsor is an opportunity to ‘pass it forward’. |
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The Dean Koch Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to Joel, QLD
Joel lives with his grandparents on their family property. He worked to overcome many challenging situations throughout his childhood, and has assisted his siblings to do the same. These experiences led him to realise he would like to continue to make a difference in the lives of others. Joel intends to use his scholarship to achieve a Certificate IV in Youth Work. In 2010, Joel would also like to complete the Rock and Water Training Program to enhance his qualifications.
Dean Koch was a terrific husband, father, friend and mentor. He unexpectedly passed away earlier this year at the age of 75 years. It was a devastating loss for his wife, children, grandchildren and friends.
Dean lived a very full life, succeeding in all aspects. His career as a coal trader took him around the world and relocated his family to San Francisco for several years. Despite his professional success, family always came first. When his children were teenagers he travelled almost every week for work, but always made sure he was home on weekends to give his family full attention. Despite his busy weeks he was involved in coaching or managing his children’s sporting teams, of which there were many. |
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The Baker & Mckenzie Scholarship
Awarded to Cassie, NSW
Cassie is a year 11 student who has lived on her own and supported herself since the age of 14. She is a talented student and has been elected to be the 2009 President of the Student’s Representative Council at her school.
After achieving her Higher School Certificate, Cassie hopes to study either law or psychology at university and will have to relocate to do so. The Youth Off The Streets Scholarship will support Cassie's school costs and then assist her with the transition to university.
In 2006, Baker & McKenzie entered into a partnership with Youth Off The Streets to assist the young people in their care to manage and clear fines they have accrued. For the past 3 years, Baker & McKenzie solicitors have acted on a pro bono basis for many young people referred by YOTS and have managed to clear thousands of dollars worth of debts for them. Through their relationship with YOTS, Baker & McKenzie came to learn of the Scholarship program and the fantastic opportunities that were made available to nominees who may be otherwise unable to meet their goals. Baker & McKenzie views its support of the scholarship program for 2009 as an opportunity to take their relationship with YOTS to the next level by providing support to a scholarship recipient.
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 The Wawrzyniak Family Scholarship
Awarded to Dona, NSW
Dona has a difficult home life, she lives in an overcrowded home where she is frequently left with the responsibility of caring for younger siblings.
Dona is currently in Year 12 and would love to attend university and live independently when she finishes school. Dona is particularly talented in English and Creative writing and hopes to further her studies in that field. The Wawrzyniak Family Scholarship will help Dona attend university and purchase the necessary tools for study.
Carolynne and Stefan Wawrzyniak (with six grown up children), have in recent years been very keen to support Father Chris Riley and Youth Off The Streets Scholarship program. Over the years, as a family we have given our support to many youth programs. All of our own children are now married with good career roles. All have completed their own tertiary education in various fields. We have now both retired from professional management roles in businesses across Australia and Asia. However we are very keen to continue to be involved in assisting young people to achieve success with their lives. The Scholarship program is an excellent platform for this involvement.
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The A & DJ Building Services Scholarship
Awarded to Joshua, QLD
Josh is currently living independently. He no longer has contact with his family due to circumstances beyond his control. Throughout a difficult time of family conflict, Josh managed to continue his commitment to schooling. He has recently commenced an apprenticeship as a diesel fitter, with a local mining and fleet company. Josh has a natural ability and aptitude towards mechanics and enjoys working with cars in his spare time. His scholarship funds will be used to support him while he completes his apprenticeship.
David Salmon has been in business for sixteen years and in that time had three children. This year marks the 5th Year A & DJ have been scholarship sponsors, during this time they have seen the actual difference this award makes. The recipient in the 1st year has gone on to make a career in Photography, with top marks in the relevant TAFE course. The third recipient has overcome adversity as a child to succeed in her chosen field as well as a Mum. A & DJ Building Services are very proud to have had a part in the success of each recipient, even if only a minor part. A & DJ Building Services hope to be involved with Youth Off The Streets well into the future. |
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The Australian Youth And Health Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to Perry, NSW
Perry lives independently as his parents decided to move from the area. He has since supported himself, attending school regularly and working through the weekends to finance his education. Perry is currently completing his Higher School Certificate, he is an exceptionally talented mathematician, excelling in four unit mathematics. Perry plans to continue his education with tertiary studies in 2010, possibly in mechanical engineering. The scholarship funds will assist Perry to complete school and commence university, they will also support Perry through the transition from a rural school to university.
The Australian Youth & Health Foundation is a charitable body with its aims being the assistance of youth and the promotion of health.
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 The B.Braun Australia ‘Share’ Scholarship
Awarded to Emily, VIC
Emily is currently in her final year of School. Midweek, she lives independently in share accommodation with a former school peer so that she can be within close proximity to school. On weekends and during school holidays Emily lives with her grandparents and four younger siblings. She has a keen interest in the welfare of others and is enthusiastic to pursue a career in this field. Following the successful completion of her Victorian Certificate of Education, Emily plans to study Social Welfare at University. The Scholarship funds will be used to assist Emily with costs associated with her degree.
B. Braun aims to play a role in shaping changes in society, and thus to make a contribution towards social cohesion and improving living conditions. This is why the company takes advantage of numerous opportunities to put its social responsibility into practice.
Each subsidiary has the opportunity to offer their support to a social project in their country that benefits children. B. Braun Australia formed a working group whose charter was to identify and assess future initiatives as part of our local Caring for Children Project. This group consisted of representatives from each Division/Department who worked together to filter ideas and proposals through to the Management Team for final sign off.
Happily, this resulted in our involvement in the Youth Off The Streets Scholarship Program and paved the way for the introduction of the B. Braun Australia Share Scholarship.
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 The Goodwom, Chivas & Co Schlorship
Awarded to Jenni, NSW
Jenni Following family breakdown, Jenni has lived out of home since the age of 14. She has already completed a Diploma of Community welfare and is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Social Science at the University of New South Wales. In 200), Jenni’s proposal for a program that helps young people obtain their drivers license led to her being selected to study at the School of Social Entrepreneurs. Jenni's scholarship will fund her study at the School of Social Entrepreneurs and assist her in completing her university qualifications.
Goodwin Chivas & Co is a five partner Chartered Accounting practice specialising in Taxation and Business Advisory Services. With a host of services including Financial Planning, Mortgage Broking and Business Development, Goodwin Chivas & Co can provide information and guidance for you and your business for continued sustainable success. Goodwin Chivas & Co is a company which believes in supporting worthwhile causes and giving back to the community.
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 The Morgan Stanley Scholarship
Awarded to Samantha, VIC
Samantha has displayed great strength throughout her adolescence overcoming a number of personal challenges to realise her true potential. Samantha and her partner have a beautiful baby daughter, Destiny, who represents everything the name suggests. Samantha is currently completing her Victorian Certificate of Education through distance education with the intention of attending university once completed. The Scholarship funds will be used to support Samantha to complete her VCE and commence her tertiary education.
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 37 countries.
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 The Northen Beaches Social Riders Scholarship
Awarded to Beau, NSW
Beau is currently living in private rental accommodation with his brother. He successfully completed his Higher School Certificate last year. He is interested in pursuing a career in music production and has enrolled in a nine week music production course commencing in August. Following this, Beau will further develop his skills and knowledge through a Diploma of Audio Engineering at the SAE Institute Sydney. The scholarship funds will be used to assist Beau with equipment to achieve his goals. Beau will also benefit from the support offered within the scholarship program.
The Northern Beaches Social Riders (NBSR) was set up in July 2004 with the purpose of allowing people with the common interests to ride motorcycles & attend social events. Over the following couple of months members decided to start selling meat trays at Taverns on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Then came the decision what to do with the money.
It was discussed at a meeting of members & the decision reached was
- We needed a local charity
- We needed a well known charity & both charities needed to be children’s charities & where our money went within those charities was non Government
funded.
Hence after a number of months of fundraising our first donation to Youth Off The Streets was made in July 2005 to the Scholarship Program. The first recipient was Brett, second William, third Josh, fourth Ryan & our fifth is Beau. During our five years of support of Youth Off The Streets we’ve been able to see directly the affect made in partnership with the members of The Northern Beaches Social Riders, Father Chris Riley and his team in the lives of each recipient.
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 The Nix Spilt Milk Designs Scholarship
Awarded to Abraam, NSW
Abraam lives with his parents and two younger siblings. He has recently taken on additional responsibility in the home as both parents have suffered serious illnesses. Abraam is completing his Higher School Certificate and has illustrated outstanding creative talent. He is an exceptionally talented graphic designer and will use his scholarship funds to pursue a career in this field. Following the successful completion of his Higher School Certificate, Abraam will study Graphic Design at Billy Blue College of Design in Sydney.
The Nix Spilt Milk Scholarship is in memory of Nick Steele.
Nick died in an accident on the 18th November 2006, he was 18. Nick was a talented designer and at the time was working towards getting into Enmore Design school, by designing a range of T-Shirts to illustrate his talent.
Following his death his family carried out his dream, commeralising his designs and in the process raised twenty five thousand dollars. The Steele family donated this money to Youth Off The Streets in Support of The Scholarship Program. Once the funds raised from the T-Shirt sales diminished Michaels’ company Pacific West Foods began supporting both the Nix Spilt Milk Designs scholarship and The Pacific West Foods Scholarship.
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 The Mcgrath Scholarship
Awarded To Gracia, NSW
Gracia Tshibanda Ngoy is a Congolese-born Australian, who is one of 13 children in her family who migrated to Australia in 2005 as refugees from Congo.
Gracia is a diligent student and has received many awards for her achievements in education and community work. Some of these include; the Australian Defence force 2008 Long Tan leadership and Teamwork Award, the Pride of Australia Medal Award, the Young Women in Public Affairs Award and she was elected the 2009 School Vice- Captain of Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts.
Gracia is an aspiring young journalist who has published several articles and will use her scholarship to support her university education in Media and Journalism.
At McGrath Estate Agents, we aim to be the best. We strive to shine in every area of our business, continually reinventing ourselves as we find better ways to achieve our clients' goals. To succeed as an organisation facing today's business challenges, we continually develop our people, refine our systems and upgrade our service standards. More importantly, we believe in the business of being human.
The relationship with Youth Off The Streets was the result of an employee survey that revealed McGrath staff wanted to get involved with a community organisation that supported homeless and disadvantaged young people. The relationship with Youth Off The Streets has been integrated into the culture of the company and we now have a committee of six employees who meet regularly to discuss fundraising ideas or initiatives that may provide us with an opportunity to support Youth Off The Streets.
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CELEBRATION OF YOUTH DINNER 2009
The annual 'Celebration of Youth' Dinner was held in the grand ballroom at the Hilton Hotel Sydney on August 29th.
Twenty two young people from throughout Australia were presented aw ard their scholarships over the course of the evening. Guests enjoyed a delicious three course meal and were entertained by sensational performances by the Youth Off The Streets Vocal Group, Shane McGrath, Jimmy Barnes and the Soul Mates
The Master of Ceremonies for the evening was one of Australia’s most respected journalists John Stanley, the event was a huge success, with fundraising on the night raising essential funds towards Youth Off The Streets Programs. Our thanks go to our generous sponsors, gift donors, volunteers, entertainers and to all the guests who joined together to celebrate the achievement of each scholarship recipient.
Click here to view photographs of the evening, compliments of 247 Photography. |
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The Meredith Ryan Scholarship and
The LORD MAYOR’S Charitable Foundation