Hollywood Foundation Bursary (Future is Bright) South Africa 2025

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION / HOLLYWOODBETS

The Hollywood Foundation was established in 2021 with the aim of positively impacting the communities in which they operate. The Foundation donated to 890 charitable organisations in the 2021 year – from old age homes, children’s homes and schools, to small local businesses, as well as educational growth and development.

The Hollywood Foundation was launched by Hollywoodbets, the South African betting operator that provides a range of betting services, including: Betgames, Live Games, Lucky Numbers, as well as betting on all major sports such as horse racing, soccer, cricket, rugby, golf, tennis, American football, basketball, darts and more.
 

ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The Hollywood Foundation is inviting students to apply for the Future is Bright bursary programme, for the 2025 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate (Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree), and Postgraduate studies, within the following fields:

  • Accounting
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science (BSc)
  • Digital Marketing
  • Finance
  • Information Management (BSc)
  • Marketing

The aim of the bursary is to bridge the gap between high school and the work force – Hollywoodbets want to help the youth of South Africa, by funding their studies and thereby increasing their employment prospects.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & SELECTION

The bursary may provide full or partial cover for study-related expenses – the amount of cover will depend on the candidates field of study and their academic results.

The bursary will cover 1 year of study at a time – students can reapply for funding each year.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Hollywood Foundation Bursary.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete assessments and attend interviews before final selection is made.

Applicants will receive feedback on the status of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful), by the end of December 2024.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must have completed Matric or be currently in Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2025 (Full time Higher Certificates, National Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees and Postgraduate studies)
  • You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification that is 12 months or longer
  • You must be studying or intend on studying at a tertiary institution that is registered with the DHET in South Africa
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric, if currently in Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% per subject in Matric, if currently in Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% at tertiary level, if currently at tertiary level
  • You must read and agree to the Terms and Conditions of the bursary (.pdf)

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at: Hollywood Foundation “Future is Bright” Bursary Application 2025

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Hollywood Foundation bursary.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate/statement of results
  • Acceptance letter/ proof of application from your institution (on institutions letterhead)
  • Detailed information regarding the chosen qualification
  • Name and address of the registered institution
  • Proforma invoice/ estimate invoice from your institution, for full registration, tuition and examination fees in respect of each course/ modules covering the full academic year, received from the institution along with length of qualification (on institutions letterhead)
  • Proof of banking details of the registered institution
  • Proof of address
  • Motivational letter to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY

15 September 2024.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Hollywood Foundation directly:
Email: bursaries@hollywoodfoundation.co.za
Contact page: https://hollywoodfoundation.co.za/contact-us/
 

Please do NOT contact the Hollywood Foundation if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in August 2024.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.