Education Grants

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Applications for Tūwharetoa Education Grants and Scholarships for the 2026 academic year open on 1 February 2026 and close on 31 March 2026.

These grants and scholarships are funded by Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board (TMTB), Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust (TST), and Ngāti Tūwharetoa Fisheries Charitable Trust (NTFCT), supporting the educational aspirations of Ngāti Tūwharetoa.

To be eligible, applicants must be registered with the relevant trust(s). We encourage all Ngāti Tūwharetoa descendants to ensure their registrations and contact details are up to date across all three entities.

The available grants and scholarships are listed below.

EDUCATION GRANTS

You are eligible to apply if you/your child:

• Is enrolled at an Early Childhood Education centre or Kohanga Reo
• Is a Secondary School student and enrolled in any NCEA subject
• Has Special Needs and is attending school or participating in vocational training

Applicants must provide:

• Confirmation of enrolment, fees and course information from the education provider.
• Previous year’s academic results.
• A verified bank deposit slip or statement.

Early Childhood Education Application

Secondary NCEA (Online Only)

Special Needs Education Grant Application

Tertiary (Online Only)

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