Funding
The Foundation provides the opportunity and support to individuals who otherwise may not have had the ability to further their education in the primary industry sector. The Foundation wants to contribute toward the education of future custodians and decision makers of South Australia’s primary industry providing a pathway to continued success and future growth within all fields of Primary Industry within Australia.
Governance Category for funds allocation Show Society Education Foundation
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Scholarships, bursaries or prizes, covering all levels of education, in order to encourage and develop knowledge and skills in all fields of primary industry to predominantly benefit the community of South Australia.
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Activities and promotions to educate the community of South Australia about the importance of primary industry to the economy, environment and social fabric of the State.
Trust Deed
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Scholarships to South Australian residents for the purpose of promoting recipients’ education in Approved Australian Courses relating to agriculture, pastoralism, horticulture or related industries.
The Foundation will also consider sponsorship / scholarship requests which include collaborative funding with the private sector, providing it meets with the Foundation’s objectives.
2026 Funding
Applications must be submitted via email to foundation@adelaideshowground.com.au by COB Monday 3 November 2025.
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Applicants should read the guidelines carefully and provide all information requested. The Foundation has a limited amount of funds to allocate with an increasing number of requests for support, therefore it is important to address the criteria to maximise the chance of a successful application. All applications will be treated in confidence.
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Please refer to the Funding Guidelines and Progress Reports .
