Age Limit: 28
Young people who are no older than 28 on the application date may apply.
What Are the Talent, Arts and Sports Scholarships?
Individual Support for Culture, Arts and Sports
The Talent, Arts and Sports Scholarships provide individual support to young people who demonstrate achievement, pursue original work or have development goals in culture, arts or sports.
The programme may support training, production, competitions, exhibitions, publications, performances, tournaments and similar activities. Support is primarily one-time, although its scope and duration may be determined differently by the Board of Trustees depending on the application.
Who Can Apply?
Basic Eligibility Requirements
- Age requirement
Be no older than 28 on the application date. - Field of Work
Be active in culture, arts or sports. - Achievement or Development Potential
Demonstrate the preparation, experience or achievement needed to continue the work. - Financial Need
Need financial support for the planned activity or development.
Student Status Is Not Required
Applicants do not need to be enrolled at a university, conservatory, sports club or another educational institution. However, they must submit documents that verify their work and support request.
What Activities May Be Supported?
Original Work and Development Areas
- Arts or sports education, courses, masterclasses and development programmes.
- Participation in national or international competitions, tournaments, auditions and festivals.
- Exhibitions, performances, concerts, shows, productions and related work.
- The creation and publication of books, albums, films, digital content and similar original work.
- Materials, equipment, venue, transport, accommodation and similar essential project expenses.
The assessment considers the originality of the work, the applicant’s achievements and preparation, the feasibility of the activity, the realism of the budget and the expected contribution to development.
What Should the Application File Include?
Documents Demonstrating Achievement, Originality and Need
- Reason for Applying
A statement explaining the purpose of the request and why support is needed. - Activity or Project Description
The purpose, scope, method, timeline and expected outcomes of the work. - Achievement and Experience Documents
Awards, certificates, medals, transcripts, references or similar documents. - Portfolio and Detailed Budget
Video, images, publications, performance recordings, portfolio and expense items.
Depending on the application, supporting documents such as an acceptance letter, competition or programme invitation, quotation, institutional letter or coach/instructor reference may also be requested.
Keep Links Accessible
A publicly accessible cloud link may be used for large video, audio or portfolio files. The link must remain active throughout the assessment period.
When and How to Apply
Online Application Steps
- Create an Account
Create your user account through bursverenler.org. - Complete the Application Form
Provide complete personal information, details of your field and your support request. - Upload the Documents
Upload your achievement documents, portfolio, project description and budget. - Complete the Application
Complete the final steps shown by the system and, where applicable, the service fee process.
Applications Submitted Only by Email Are Not Accepted
The application must first be completed through bursverenler.org. Email may be used only to send additional files that cannot be uploaded to the system or to request technical information.
Start Your Application
Applications for the Talent, Arts and Sports Scholarships are submitted online through bursverenler.org.
If the upload fields in the application system are not sufficient for extensive attachments, contact the Foundation at info@yucelkulturvakfi.org to learn how to submit the files.
How Are Applications Assessed?
Scholarship Committee and Board Decision
- Scholarship Committee review: The application’s eligibility, completeness, the applicant’s achievements, the originality and feasibility of the work and the budget are assessed.
- Board of Trustees decision: Applications considered suitable are submitted to the Board of Trustees for a support decision.
The Board of Trustees may cover all or part of the requested support and may determine a different amount, scope, payment method or duration from that stated in the application.
The Foundation may request additional documents, explanations, references or an interview where necessary. Missing or unverifiable information may affect the assessment process.
An Application Does Not Create an Entitlement to Support
Receiving an application or finding it suitable at Scholarship Committee stage does not mean that the Board of Trustees will approve support. The final decision is made for each application based on the available resources.
Responsibilities of the Person Receiving Support
Timeline, Budget and Reporting
- Follow the Approved Plan
Carry out the supported work according to the approved purpose and timeline. - Use the Support as Intended
Use the funds only for approved expenses. - Report Changes
Inform the Foundation of significant changes to the timeline, budget or scope of the activity. - Share Documents and Outcomes
Provide expense documents, activity outcomes or a brief evaluation report when requested.
The Yücel Cultural Foundation may invite recipients to share their field of work and experience with young people. The scope and format of this contribution are determined together with the parties.
For detailed general provisions, review the Scholarship Regulations .