PŪTEA AWHINA

Grants & Scholarships

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 Te Korowai o Ngāruahine Trust offers several scholarships and grants to assist uri with their education and training aspirations. 

The scholarships and grants support our uri to attain higher/further education and training, to enhance positive outcomes for uri, whānau, hapū and iwi.


If you are thinking about studying, whether at a tertiary institution or other wānanga, please check out what we have available. 


For any other enquiries please email kawarau@ngaruahine.iwi.nz

 

Click on links to apply.

SCHOLARSHIPS

  • He iti taku iti Ngāruahine Iwi Education Scholarships

    Description:

    A one-year scholarship for uri studying full-time courses at a recognised tertiary institution in Aotearoa


    Value:

    2 x Postgrad $3,000 each

    4 x Undergrad $1,500 each


    Criteria:

    • Studying full time
    • Provide proof of enrolment and fees
    • Studying at a recognised tertiary institution in Aotearoa
    • Be a NZ citizen of permanent resident
    • Provide a written statement that explains how they have or how they will contribute to their hapū, marae and whānau development during and on completion of their course study
    • Programme of study and career aspirations must contribute to the objectives of Te Korowai
    • Must submit an essay to support their application

    *Unsuccessful scholarship applicants will be automatically considered for He Iti Taku Iti Grants


    CLOSES 31 MARCH 2026

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  • He Hua Ōwhiti Taiao Scholarship

    Description:

    A one-year scholarship to support students undertaking Environmental Studies.


    Value:

    5 x $1,500 scholarships


    Criteria:

    • Studying full time
    • Provide proof of enrolment and fees
    • Studying at a recognised tertiary institution in Aotearoa
    • Be a NZ citizen of permanent resident
    • Provide a written statement that explains how they have or how they will con-tribute to their hapū, marae and whānau development during and on completion of their course study
    • Programme of study and career aspirations must contribute to the objectives of Te Korowai
    • Must submit an essay to support their application
    • Must be majoring in a Taiao related course of study e.g. Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Māori Resource Management

    *Unsuccessful scholarship applicants will automatically be considered for He Iti Taku Iti Grant


    CLOSES 31 MARCH 2026

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GRANTS

  • He Hua Ōwhiti Kura Grant (previously He Ōwhiti Kura Hākinakina and Ahurea Grant)

    Description

    To assist rangatahi to remove barriers that prevent them from fully taking part in extracurricular activities that build confidence, connection, and wellbeing. This grant helps ensure that every rangatahi has the chance to develop their potential — physically, mentally, and culturally.


    Value

    $ amount varies (up to $250)


    Criteria

    • Applicants must be under 18 years old
    • Provide proof of being a current member of a school or community club in Aotearoa
    • Provide proof of related expenses
    • Applicant must show how the activity contributes to their personal development, wellbeing and cultural growth.
    • Must demonstrate how the grant will be used to support the endeavour and how it will assist future aspirations
    • Provide a written statement that explains how they have or how they will contribute to their hapū, marae and whānau development
    • Individuals only

    * Can only apply once per year

    * Grants will not be paid retrospectively


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  • Tuku Aupiki

    Description:

    A one-year grant to assist with non-funded short courses, conferences, wānanga and online courses


    Value:

    $ amount varies (up to $500)


    Criteria:

    • Applicants must be 16 years and over
    • Provide proof of enrolment and fees/costs
    • Studying in Aotearoa
    • Be a NZ citizen of permanent resident
    • Must demonstrate how the grant will be used to support the endeavour and how it will assist future aspirations
    • Provide a written statement that explains how they have or how they will contribute to their hapū, marae and whānau development during and on completion of their course study
    • Programme of study and career aspirations must contribute to the objectives of Te Korowai

    *Applicants may only apply once per year


    CLOSES 31 MARCH 2026

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  • Hinehou me Punahau Grant (Sponsored by Aronga Ltd)

    Description:

    This is a one-year grant to support mothers in training


    Value:

    2 x grants $1,500 each


    Criteria:

    • Studying full-time or part time
    • Studying a course at a recognised tertiary institution in Aotearoa
    • Be a NZ citizen of permanent resident
    • Provide a written statement that explains how they have or how they will contribute to their hapū, marae and whānau development during and on completion of their course study

    Preference is given to:

    •  A māmā who is returning to work after/while raising her tamariki.
    • A māmā studying Toi, Teaching of Te Reo Māori

    CLOSES 31 MARCH 2026

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  • He iti taku iti Ngāruahine Iwi Education Grant

    Description:

    A one-year grant for uri studying full-time or part-time courses at a recognised tertiary institution in Aotearoa


    Value:

    $ amount varies (up to $500)


    Criteria:

    • Studying full or part -time
    • Provide proof of enrolment and fees
    • Studying a course at a recognised tertiary institution in Aotearoa
    • Be a NZ citizen of permanent resident
    • Provide a written statement that explains how they have or how they will contribute to their hapū, marae and whānau development during and on completion of their course study
    • Programme of study and career aspirations contribute to the objectives of Te Korowai

    *Applicants studying part-time will only be eligible for a partial grant


    CLOSES 31 MARCH 2026

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