Blair Mayne Bursary Award Scheme

• Are you aged 25 or younger?
• Are you thinking of pursuing a career in sport, academic study or adventure training?
• Would a £1000 bursary help?

The Blair Mayne Bursary Award Scheme, operated by Ards and North Down Borough Council, awards £1000 to successful applicants to help them realise their aspirations by helping fund a goal or a particular project.

This is an inclusive scheme and young people living with disability are invited to apply: one of the bursaries will be prioritised for an applicant with a disability.

Opening for applications: 22 January 2026

Closing date for applications: 26 February 2026 at 12noon

How can I apply?

• By sending an audio application which is no longer than 3 minutes duration to bmbursary@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk making sure you record your name, address and date of birth.
• By completing and returning the application form, making sure to record your name, address, and date of birth on the application form. 
• By calling into one of our two council offices to pick up an application: The Castle, City Hall, Bangor BT20 4AB or 2 Church Street Newtownards BT23 4AP.

Download the guidance notes and application form here: Blair Mayne Bursary Application Form (Word doc, 46 KB) (opens new window)