EDUCATION GRANTS
Te Tohu Hāpori
The Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuarā Education Endowment Fund was established in memory of Raharuhi Pururu for his work in aiding the re-establishment of the hapū on its traditional lands at Horohoro from 1929 until his death in 1957.
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuarā is keen to invest in the future of the hapū by providing education grants to hapū members. The purpose of this fund is to assist students to achieve academic excellence at any University, Whare Wananga or Polytechnic in Aotearoa New Zealand. The guiding principle underlying the awarding of grants shall be that applicants must demonstrate a high level of academic performance and also a commitment to the development of Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuarā.
Education Grants
2025 Applications open 17 March, 2025. Closes 6 May, 2025.
Please read this information carefully.
If you have any questions about these grants, please contact the Rūnanga Office.
The Education Grants are administered by the Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuarā Charitable Trust. The Trust has partnership agreements with the Māori Education Trust, which provides additional funding for university students. Additional funding is also available for students attending Massey University, Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington, and Auckland University of Technology – Te Wānanga Aronui o Tāmaki Makaurau through partnerships with these institutions.
Contributions to the Education Endowment Fund are encouraged from individuals, whānau, land trusts, and other organisations. These contributions help increase both the number and value of grants available to hapū members. Donations can be made through the Rūnanga Office.
NKNT Education Grants Information Sheet
An information sheet can be downloaded here:
How to apply
Applications for 2025 open on 17 March and close on 6 May, 2025.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome on 30 June, 2025.
To apply, fill out the application form below and email it to admin@ngatikeangatituara.com.
If you need help completing your application, please contact the Rūnanga Office.
Please ensure your application is submitted by the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.