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 rural individuals, families and households after a declared adverse event such as drought, fires, floods or earthquakes. The fund has a particular emphasis on (though is not limited to) supporting women and children.

Community groups may also apply for funding to assist communities in recovery from a declared adverse event or state of emergency.

Read more to see if you are eligible.

Always open

This fund aims to assist a person or group, who may be facing a natural disaster and/or going through a particularly difficult circumstance where assistance is needed. This includes:

• Families in time of natural disaster – fire, flood etc.

• The elderly, the young, or any family or person for their particular need.

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.