Applications for AMP Scholarship Programme open

Applications for the 2009 AMP Scholarship Programme are now open

AMP is proud to announce the opening of applications for the 2009 AMP Scholarship Programme, including an extended AMP Regional Scholarship Programme. Now in its eleventh year, the AMP Scholarship Programme is open to New Zealand residents of any age, background and ethnicity,who can demonstrate the ability and attitude to succeed in their chosen field.

World Class shearer and 2008 AMP Scholarship recipient, Paul Avery sees this broad application criteria as refreshing and says, “New Zealand has a tremendous pool of untapped talent. AMP enables anyone with a dream and plans to achieve it, to apply for support.”

The 2009 scholarship recipients will share in a pool of up to $200,000 including a premium pool of up to $80,000. Last year 15 recipients received scholarships of $10,000 each and one premium scholarship winner was announced. Recipients also receive the opportunity for mentoring and support from within the AMP business.

Scholarship applicants, who live in regions where they are offered, can also apply for one of thirteen regional scholarships. The regional scholarships, valued between $1000 and $7,500 each, are to be offered by AMP Adviser Businesses.

Applications for the 2009 AMP scholarships, including the Regional AMP Scholarship Programme, will be accepted until 31 May 2009.

AMP Sponsorship Manager, Kim McWilliams says the AMP Scholarship Programme is unique.

“We’ve been investing in Kiwi talent since 1998 and along the way we’ve helped 88 ordinary New Zealanders achieve extraordinary things. Our winners range from artists, doctors and scientists, to performers, sports people, entrepreneurs and teachers, and just about everything in between.

“ Our winners are hard working ordinary Kiwis with extraordinary dreams. It is so exciting to see them achieve their goals, particularly in tough times like this, and I believe it really inspires others and benefits our country,” she said.

Full details of the 2009 AMP Scholarship Programme are available on www.amp.co.nz . Aspiring recipients can apply online at www.amp.co.nz The 2009 AMP Scholarship winners will be announced in late August.

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