In line with our Equal Opportunities Policy and our number one rule that no-one should ever be left out for any reason – we operate a Subsidy Fund. Any member of the company is entitled to a subsidy contribution for any major aspect of the company that costs money - their fees, LAMDA or Arts Award tuition (though the candidate must pay for the exam), productions, trips, drama school auditions etc.

Wherever possible the applicant must make a contribution to the cost and the Subsidy Fund will meet the balance. Remember that funds are limited so please make sure your request is genuine and that you have tried your best to raise your contribution. We do not have the facility for people to pay in instalments. Anyone struggling to pay full fees for the first term is advised to claim a part subsidy and save their money to put towards the next term.

We need to raise the money from trusts, companies and individuals to maintain this Subsidy Fund and are therefore accountable for every penny that we spend. This means we must ensure that there is correct paperwork for everything. It is vital that our finances are all accurate and up to date. If you are confused at any stage or want any help with your application, please speak to Liz or Lucy. We aim for this policy to be as clear as possible...

• Think about how much you can contribute (as this needs to be submitted with the request)
• Read all information about the ‘activity’ you are applying for i.e LAMDA info sheets, booking forms, options sheets, letters etc so you understand the commitment and make an informed choice.

• Come in at the right time

Term Fees requests and contributions from current Stage2/1 members must be in by the priority booking deadline ie                                               
For Summer: March 1st for Autumn: July 1st for Spring: November 1st   New members must have submitted an approved subsidy application before they can join.

LAMDA/Arts Award tuition requests and contributions from any member must be in by the last day of the previous term.

If it is for a trip or something that requires a reply slip, the request and contribution must be submitted with the reply slip.

In all other cases please ask us for advice well in advance.

Any requests missing the deadlines WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

• Be in writing and letters must;

Be signed by a parent, teacher or social worker or equivalent and be dated.

Give information about why the subsidy is needed.

Specify who and what the subsidy is for.

Specify the amount you are asking for from Stage2’s Subsidy Fund and the contribution you are including from yourself.

• Be handed in to Liz or Lucy or posted to 12 Valentine Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7AN
• All letters will remain confidential. Only Liz and Lucy (Core Staff) will see them (though exam tutors will also be informed as appropriate).

• Hand in a thank you letter from the member, which must

Acknowledge what the subsidy was for and how it benefited them.

Be signed and dated.

Be handed in to Liz and Lucy by the end of the activity/term.

• This serves as proof for our funders that the money was spent as stated.
• No further subsidies will be awarded until a full thank you has been received.

We do hope that this policy is clear in order for you to put in eligible requests.

Please do phone/catch us for a chat if you would like any further clarification or help.