Funds and Grants

We have various funds and grants available to apply for throughout the year. Each fund and grant have a different closing date, amount, and eligibility criteria. You can see more grants by clicking the ‘older posts’ button in the bottom lefthand corner, or by searching specific grants.

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Nelson Provincial Centennial Leadership Scholarship

Open 12 September 2025 to 30 October 2025

For one hundred years Rural Women New Zealand has provided connection, support and given a voice to rural women, their families and communities across New Zealand. Our members are influential across all levels of society.

To celebrate the Centennial of Rural Women New Zealand, Nelson Provincial, which covers the area from Maruia to the Whangamoa Saddle, would like to offer a leadership scholarship of $3000.00. Applications are sought from interested candidates living within these boundaries who wish to develop and extend their leadership training to better contribute to their community both as an individual and as a leader.

The intention of the scholarship is to make leadership more accessible and help candidates enhance their skills, build networks and gain confidence in their communication and decision-making abilities.

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Audrey Reid Grant

Open 18 September 2025 to 30 October 2025

This fund aims to assist applicants aged 25 years and over, who seek to extend their education or training in areas of study that will be of benefit rural communities.

This includes subjects such as midwifery, agriculture and horticulture. Read more to see if you are eligible.