Nominations are now open for the PFA Scholarships and the Beyond Bank Community Medal for 2025.
The PFA player development scholarships were established with the aim of recognising and supporting the efforts of PFA Members off the pitch. Entries opened on Friday 12 December 2025 and will close on Friday 16 January 2026.
The four scholarships are awarded annually, as is the Community Medal, which recognises the contributions of PFA members within their community.
Craig Foster Scholarship
The PFA Craig Foster Scholarships are awarded annually to two current or former footballers who have demonstrated a commitment to furthering the objectives of the PFA throughout their playing career and pursuing a post playing career in the following domains:
- human rights
- the media
- social and/or community advocacy
- social and/or community service
Awarded annually to two players, each scholarship is valued at $2,500.
Click here to access the nomination form for the Craig Foster Media Scholarship
Kimon Taliadoros Scholarship
The PFA Kimon Taliadoros Scholarships are awarded annually to two players who demonstrate excellence in their development off the field, such as through education, business or community involvement.
Awarded annually to two players, each scholarship is valued at $2,500.
Click here to access the nomination form for the Kimon Taliadoros Scholarship
Beyond Bank Community Medal
The Beyond Bank Community Medal, first introduced in 2017, recognises the outstanding contribution PFA members are making within their communities and reflects the PFA’s commitment to ensuring football creates positive social impact.
The winner of the medal receives $2,500 to go to their nominated charity, courtesy of Beyond Bank.
Click here to access the nomination form for the Beyond Bank Community Medal
