As part of the online application process, requests for assistance grants are to be accompanied by submitting a letter outlining the details of the request. This letter should be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary

Attention: Assistance Grants Committee

Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports

2nd Floor Creque Building,

Road Town, Tortola

Virgin Islands, VG 1110 

1. Needs-Based Grant

This grant is awarded to applicants who demonstrate financial need. Applicants must provide documentary evidence such as income statements, bank letters, financial statements, monthly obligations, or proof of expenses.

Required Documents (but not limited to):

1. A letter addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, explaining your need for an assistance grant and the amount of funding being sought.
2. Acceptance letter from the educational institution.
3. Tuition breakdown from the educational institution.
4. Statement of income.
5. Bank letter or financial statement.
6. List of current monthly or yearly obligations.
7. Copy of your Virgin Islands Passport or Belonger’s Card.

2. Merit-Based Grant

This grant is awarded based on academic performance and extracurricular accomplishments, including demonstrated excellence in academics, awards, community service, skills, talents, and athletic or creative achievements.

Required Documents (but not limited to):

1. A letter addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, explaining your request for an assistance grant, your accomplishments, and the amount of funding being sought.
2. Acceptance letter from the educational institution.
3. Tuition breakdown from the educational institution.
4. Copies of achievement certifications, awards, transcripts, or other relevant documentation.
5. Copy of your Virgin Islands Passport or Belonger’s Card.

3. Criteria-Based Grant

This grant supports fields identified as priority areas for the Virgin Islands. Click here for the list of priority areas.

Required Documents (but not limited to):

1. A letter addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, explaining your request for an assistance grant, why you are studying in a priority area, how this will benefit the Territory, and the amount of funding being sought.
2. Acceptance letter from the educational institution.
3. Tuition breakdown from the educational institution.
4. Copy of your Virgin Islands Passport or Belonger’s Card.

4. Sports-Related Assistance Grant

This grant provides financial support for training, competition, or participation in local, regional, or international sporting events.

Required Documents (but not limited to):

1. A letter addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, explaining your request for an assistance grant, the sport, training program, or competition details, and the amount of funding being sought.
2. Financial budget to support the request.
3. Proof of registration for the event.
4. Invitation letter to the event (if applicable).

5. Creative-Related Assistance Grant

This grant supports development and training in the creative arts or participation in local, regional, or international creative arts initiatives.

Required Documents (but not limited to):

1. A letter addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports, explaining your request for an assistance grant, the type of creative art, the training program or competition details, and the amount of funding being sought.
2. Financial budget to support the request.
3. Proof of registration for the event.
4. Invitation letter to the event (if applicable).