QASA Education and Sports Fund

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   Become a QASA member by completing and submitting the QASA membership form

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   Contact QASA about the Education and Sports Fund via email ([email protected]) or phone (031 767 0352)

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   Submit a written enquiry/motivation outlining your disability, your chosen accredited course or sporting activity, and the assistance you need

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   Provide proof of enrolment/acceptance at a recognised, accredited institution and supporting documents on request

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   QASA assesses the request on a case-by-case basis and notifies you of the outcome of its discretionary decision

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply to the QASA Education and Sports Fund?

The fund is restricted to QASA members who are persons with spinal cord injury or physical disability (quadriplegic or paraplegic / wheelchair users). You must first complete a QASA membership form, and your studies must be at a recognised, accredited institution. It is a members-only welfare fund rather than an open public bursary.

How much funding does the fund provide?

There is no publicly specified amount. Partial funding is awarded on a discretionary, case-by-case basis and may cover the remainder of high-school studies, skills or vocational training, or tertiary education. The aim is to help members become employable or self-employed, and the support does not need to be repaid.

When is the deadline to apply?

There is no fixed published deadline. Applications are handled on an ongoing, case-by-case basis, so you can enquire at any time by contacting QASA at [email protected] or 031 767 0352 to express interest and start the membership and assessment process.

What does the Sports component cover?

Alongside education support, the fund helps wheelchair users take part in sporting activities. As with the education component, this assistance is discretionary and assessed case by case for QASA members with physical disability.