Open 16 December 2025 to 10 February 2026

This fund aims to encourage women seeking advancement in the workforce to obtain qualifications to improve their career opportunities, independence and career development.

This grant will be awarded to one applicant each year, and women who wish to complete a tertiary study programme to assist in their entry into, or return to, the workforce are invited to apply. Read more to see if you are eligible.

Always open

This fund aims to assist in the education, health, and welfare of women and families in North Taranaki. Read more to see if you are eligible.

Opens November 2026

This fund aims to encourage residents of Hawke’s Bay to undertake further education or training in land-based courses, either through university or polytechnic institutes.

Bursary recipients will ideally seek employment in the Hawke’s Bay area to ensure that the benefits of their learning can be passed on to the Hawke’s Bay community and its industries. Read more to see if you are eligible.

This fund aims to give people the opportunity to extend their education or training in order to improve their level of skills. Specifically those in smaller towns and rural areas on the West Coast of the South Island.