AMP scholarships open for Bay locals

AMP is launching its 2015 Scholarships searching out talented, passionate and determined Western Bay of Plenty locals who are ready to do their thing and own their tomorrow.

Whether it's a community project, a business idea, a passion for underwater creatures, education or a dream to represent New Zealand at the next Olympics, AMP encourages inspirational individuals from all walks of life to apply.

Applications to the AMP Scholarships open today and close on 18 September 2015.

Anyone is eligible, as there's no age limit restrictions in place - simply visit www.doyourthing.co.nz to get started.

AMP chief customer officer Jeff Ruscoe said AMP had one of the largest scholarship funds of its kind and over the last 17 years it has provided over $2million to help more than 160 Kiwis achieve and do their thing.

"From golfers to fashion and shoe designers, dancers, scientists, dog sledders, canoeists, BMX World Champions, cancer rehabilitators and underwater cameramen, the list goes go on and demonstrates the diverse range of people the AMP Scholarships help," he said.

"With up to $200,000 available this year through the AMP Scholarship programme, the largest Scholarship fund of its kind in New Zealand, there's nothing stopping you from applying," he said.

Applications for the 2015 AMP Scholarships open from 27 July to 18 September 2015.

For more information, and to apply online, visit www.doyourthing.co.nz or watch our You Tube video.