The We Believe Foundation is dedicated to uplifting families, empowering girls, and creating opportunities for children and young people to thrive. Through innovative programmes, mentorship, and community initiatives, we provide access to resources, guidance, and skills that help individuals build confidence, leadership, and self-sufficiency. The We Believe Foundation Grant offers one (1) The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus, student registered in the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Medical Sciences or the Faculty of Science & Technology the opportunity to receive financial support to pursue of their academic goals and realise their full potential.

About the Grant:

The We Believe Foundation Grant will provide financial support to one (1) eligible registered undergraduate student each year, for two consecutive years. Each successful applicant will receive a one-time, non-repayable disbursement of TT$1,500. Recipients may choose to have the funds deposited into their local bank account or applied directly toward outstanding UWI tuition or other student fees. 

Terms and Conditions:

  • Applicants must be a current registered undergraduate student of The University of the West Indies, St Augustine Campus
  • Applicants must provide a written rationale for applying in the designated area of the online application form.  
  • Applicants must participate in an interview with the Manager/Representative of the Financial Advisory Services, Division of Student Services and Development, UWI
  • Applicants must upload the following supporting documents:
    ·         National ID and Student ID
    ·         Parent/Guardian/Student’s mortgage payment or most recent rent payment receipt
    ·         Parent/Guardian/Student’s payslip or job letter/ proof of retrenchment
    ·         Letter stating the nature of business for self-employed persons
    ·         Medical documentation (in cases of illness)
    ·         Any other relevant documents supporting the rationale for your application

Process for Applying:

              
STEP 1: Click on the following link to complete the Application for the We Believe Foundation Grant Form.  Please be sure to include a detailed rationale for your application.
 
STEP 2: Upload the relevant supporting documents, as listed in the Terms and Condition, to the designated section on the online form. 

STEP 3: Funds will be disbursed via ACH/direct bank deposit.  For this purpose, upload the top section of your bank statement showing: Name on the Account, Account Number, Type of Account, Name of Bank, and Routing Number (if required). Please note, your balances are not required.
 

Disbursement of Funds:

Successful applicants may request to have these funds applied towards their outstanding UWI fees or into their local bank account.

Students will receive notification of their successful application via e-mail address message and will be asked to confirm receipt of funds after disbursement.
 

Important Note

All requests will be subject to standard UWI financial aid procedure.  Each request will be taken on a case-by-case basis, in relation to the available resources.

 

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