The programme supports projects and activities that contribute to the scientific, cultural, artistic, technological and social development of secondary education students.

The support is not an individual scholarship involving regular payments to a student. Applications are assessed in relation to a specific project, activity, competition, research initiative or development programme.

Application period

Throughout the year

Applicant

An authorised person representing a school, institution or student group

Type of support

Financial or in-kind project support

Application channel

info@yucelkulturvakfi.org

1. Secondary Education Institutions
   Public, private or foundation schools.
2. School Administrations
   An administrator or unit authorised to act on behalf of the school.
3. Teachers and Advisers
   Individuals responsible for a student group or project.
4. Student Groups
   Teams operating under the supervision of a school or adviser.

1. National or international competitions and tournaments.
2. Scientific research and technology projects.
3. Seminars, conferences, meetings and training programmes.
4. Cultural, artistic, musical, theatrical and exhibition activities.
5. Domestic or international project and study visits that contribute to students’ development.

International activities may be considered where they have a clear connection to culture, arts, science, technology or youth development and are presented with a feasible plan.

The direct relationship between each expense and the project or activity must be explained and, where possible, supported by quotations, pro forma invoices or similar documents.

1. Project Purpose
   The subject, objective and expected benefit of the activity for students.
2. Implementation Plan
   Dates, duration, location, tools to be used and working method.
3. Participants and Responsible Persons
   Number of participants, school, student group and persons responsible for the organisation.
4. Detailed Budget
   Total cost, own resources, other support and the amount requested from the Foundation.

The application file should include a project description, activity invitation, competition or programme information, timeline, quotations, required permissions and similar supporting documents.

Applications may be submitted throughout the year to info@yucelkulturvakfi.org by email.

1. The email subject line should state “Secondary Education Project Support Application”.
2. The school, institution, adviser and contact details of the applicant must be provided.
3. The project file and budget documents must be attached in a readable file format.
4. A publicly accessible cloud link may be used for large files.

Applications first undergo a preliminary review for completeness, programme eligibility and budget. Applications considered suitable are submitted to the Board of Trustees for a support decision.

1. The development and benefit the activity will provide to students.
2. The feasibility and sustainability of the project.
3. The number of participants and expected impact.
4. The contribution of the school’s or group’s own resources to the project budget.
5. The realism and verifiability of the requested budget.
6. The resources the Foundation can allocate for the relevant period.

Additional documents, explanations, budget revisions or an interview may be requested where necessary.

Financial payments are made to the bank account of the relevant school, institution or service provider under the conditions stated in the Board decision. Where necessary, payment may be made directly to the organisation issuing the invoice.

In-kind support may be provided through the direct provision of equipment, tools, licences, expertise, rental or similar services.

Where the resources of the school or student group remain insufficient, a new application may be submitted in later periods for the same or an ongoing project. Previous support does not create an automatic entitlement for a new period.

1. Use for the Approved Purpose
   Support must be used only for the approved project and expenses.
2. Notification of Changes
   Significant changes to the timeline, budget or scope of the activity must be reported to the Foundation.
3. Final Report
   A brief final and expenditure report must be submitted after completion of the activity.
4. Implementation Responsibility
   The applicant institution and its authorised representatives are responsible for implementing the project safely, lawfully and properly.

Support from the Yücel Cultural Foundation does not mean that it is the organiser or implementer of the project. Operational, legal and safety responsibility rests with the applicant school, institution and authorised representatives.