Education funding
The Education Funding Programme for 2025 are now open.
Applications for Te Toi Huarewa o Whakarewa grants and scholarships are now open, CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025.
Applications for Tāpiki-Nuku and Tāpiki-Waho grants are now CLOSED.
Our investment in education for our hapū provides the pathway to empowerment, employment and mātauranga; putting you in charge of your own opportunities.
As kaitiaki of our legacy, we encourage our whānau members to seek knowledge across a range of skills that will support the development and advancement of our hapū.
Our education programme places emphasis on skills and subjects that our whānau will need for the future workforce, as well as skills that will enhance and preserve mātauranga Māori.
Raising the level of general education and training and increasing employment opportunities for all whānau members is our goal. So, while some of our funding streams focus on specific skills and subjects, any application in-line with this goal will be considered, at all levels of learning.
The awarding of the Grants is at the discretion of the Whakarewa Board.
Download Te Toi Huarewa o Whakarewa – Education Framework
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Owners of Whakarewa residing or studying in Aotearoa are eligible to apply.
Submit only one application for the award you are eligible for.
Please note: In order for Whakarewa staff to process your application you must ensure that all information requested has been provided and your contact details are up to date - including a working email address. Your application cannot proceed until your details are completed and correct. CONTACT US FOR SUPPORT.
Grants and Scholarships
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Tāpiki-Nuku Grant - Primary Education Grant APPLICATIONS CLOSED FOR 2025
Award
- $150 for primary (years 1-8) school students
- One award per member per annum
Eligibility
- Open to primary school students who are:
- Registered Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust members
- Enrolled with a recognised New Zealand school (including kura kaupapa, charter and correspondence schools)
- Resident of New Zealand and current New Zealand bank account details provided
Other requirements
- Provision of evidence of enrolment or other supporting documentation as required
- Whānau and recipients will be required to make themselves available for interviews and Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust promotional activity following the course
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Tāpiki-Waho Grant - Secondary Education Grant APPLICATIONS CLOSED FOR 2025
Award
- $350 for secondary (years 9-13) school students
- One award per member per annum
Eligibility
- Open to secondary school students who are:
- Registered Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust members
- Enrolled with a recognised New Zealand school (including kura kaupapa, charter and correspondence schools)
- Resident of New Zealand and current New Zealand bank account details provided
Other requirements
- Provision of evidence of enrolment or other supporting documentation as required
- Whānau and recipients will be required to make themselves available for interviews and Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust promotional activity following the course
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Tāwhaki-nui-a-Hema Scholarship - Mātauranga Māori Kaitiaki Scholarship NOW OPEN CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025
Award
- For study at post graduate level – Masters or PhD.
- Applicants study should interlink with Mātauranga Māori and be of relevance to the people of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa.
- There is an expectation that the recipient will contribute to Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust during the term of their scholarship.
- The number and value of scholarships awarded will be at the discretion of the Education komiti.
Eligibility
- Be a registered member of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Be enrolled at a recognised tertiary institute or training provider.
- Be a resident of New Zealand and have a current New Zealand bank account.
- Have a strong academic record or life experiences and contribution to the community.
- The successful applicant must sign and return a funding agreement.
- Award paid out annually, 50% upon provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 1, and the balance on provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 2.
Other Requirements
- Applicants must demonstrate how their study fits within the Trust’s social and cultural objectives. Refer to Te Pae Mahutonga for more details.
- Applicants must provide details of any leadership and representative roles held during the last five years.
- Applicants will be interviewed by a panel from the Education komiti.
- Applicants must have the capacity to carry out project-based mahi with Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Applicants must supply their proposed thesis title (if applicable).
- Requirement of presentation to Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust’s AGM during course of study.
- Expectation of participation in Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust alumni or other wānanga during and after study.
- Successful applicant must sign and return a funding agreement before the scholarship is released.
- Have not previously been awarded this scholarship.
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Uru Matua / Riwai Ngapaki & Tuatara Mokena Scholarship - Supreme Scholarship NOW OPEN CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025
As Trustee for the Whānau Family Trust, Dr Matua Jansen is generously supporting our scholarship programme on behalf of his ancestors Riwai Ngapaki and Tuatara Mokena.
Award
- For study at post graduate level.
- Applicants must show how their programme of study/research contributes to the business objectives or social deliverables of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- There is an expectation that the recipient will contribute to Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust during the term of their scholarship.
- The number and value of scholarships awarded will be at the discretion of the Education komiti.
Eligibility
- Be a registered member of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Be enrolled at a recognised tertiary institute or training provider.
- Be a resident of New Zealand and have a current New Zealand bank account.
- Provide confirmation of enrolment.
- Achieved a ‘C’ grade average for taught awards, or confirmation of re-enrolment for a research award.
- Successful applicants must sign and return a funding agreement.
- Award paid out annually, 50% upon provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 1, and the balance on provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 2.
Other Requirements
- Applicants are required to describe their involvement in Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust kaupapa over the past 12 months and explain how the Trust can balance its economic, social and cultural objectives. The quality of these responses and the above criteria will determine how this scholarship is awarded. Refer to Te Pae Mahutonga for more details.
- Applicants studying towards S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) and business related programmes of study/research will be given preference in consideration of this award.
- Have not previously been awarded this scholarship.
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Uru Rangi / Riwai Ngapaki & Tuatara Mokena Scholarship - Postgraduate Scholarship NOW OPEN CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025
As Trustee for the Whānau Family Trust, Dr Matua Jansen is generously supporting our scholarship programme on behalf of his ancestors Riwai Ngapaki and Tuatara Mokena.
Award
- For study at post graduate level.
- Applicants must show how their programme of study/research contributes to the business objectives or social deliverables of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- There is an expectation that the recipient will contribute to Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust during the term of their scholarship.
- The number and value of scholarships awarded will be at the discretion of the Education komiti.
Eligibility
- Be a registered member of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Be enrolled at a recognised tertiary institute or training provider.
- Be a resident of New Zealand and have a current New Zealand bank account.
- Provide confirmation of enrolment.
- Achieved a ‘C’ grade average for taught awards, or confirmation of re-enrolment for a research award.
- Successful applicants must sign and return a funding agreement.
- Award paid out annually, 50% upon provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 1, and the balance on provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 2. (If studies are not completed within the year, and studies are at Masters level, then confirmation from the supervisor will suffice).
Other Requirements
- Applicants are required to describe their involvement in Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust kaupapa over the past 12 months and explain how the Trust can balance its economic, social and cultural objectives. The quality of these responses and the above criteria will determine how this scholarship is awarded. Refer to Te Pae Mahutonga for more details.
- Applicants studying towards S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) and business related programmes of study/research will be given preference in consideration of this award.
- Postgraduate study must be equivalent to NZQA Level 8 or higher.
- Have not previously been awarded this scholarship.
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Uru Tau / Riwai Ngapaki & Tuatara Mokena Scholarship - Tertiary Scholarship NOW OPEN CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025
As Trustee for the Whānau Family Trust, Dr Matua Jansen is generously supporting our scholarship programme on behalf of his ancestors Riwai Ngapaki and Tuatara Mokena.
Award
- For study at certificate, diploma, degree or postgraduate level - also trades training and adult education.
- Applicants must show how their programme of study/research contributes to the business objectives or social deliverables of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- There is an expectation that the recipient will contribute to Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust during the term of their scholarship.
- The number and value of scholarships awarded is to be determined by the Education komiti.
Eligibility
- Be a registered member of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Be enrolled with a New Zealand tertiary institute or training provider.
- Be a resident of New Zealand and have a current New Zealand bank account.
- Provision of confirmation of enrolment.
- Achieved a ‘C’ grade average or equivalent for previous study.
- Field of study must contribute to the core business objectives or social deliverables of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Successful applicants must sign and return a funding agreement.
- Award paid out annually, 50% upon provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 1, and the balance on provision of official academic record indicating successful completion of semester 2.
Other Requirements
- Applicants are required to describe their involvement in Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust’s kaupapa over the past 12 months and explain how the Trust can balance its economic, social and cultural objectives. The quality of these responses and the above criteria will determine how this scholarship is awarded. Refer to Te Pae Mahutonga for more details.
- Applicants studying towards S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) and business related programmes of study/research will be given preference in consideration of this award.
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Toi o Ngā Rangi Grant - Te Reo/Tikanga Grant NOW OPEN CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025
Award
- Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust supports members in their Te Reo/Tikanga journey.
- The number and value of grants awarded will be at the discretion of the Education komiti.
Eligibility
- Be a registered member of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Be enrolled at a recognised tertiary institute or training provider.
- Be a resident of New Zealand and have a current New Zealand bank account.
- Provide confirmation of enrolment.
Other Requirements
- Applicants are required to describe how their study will empower them, their whānau, their hapū and Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Recipients will be required to attend Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust events and activities on request.
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Tāpiki-Aweawe Grant - Education Grant NOW OPEN CLOSING 13 JANUARY 2025
Award
- For study of certificates, diplomas, degrees, postgraduate study, trades training, adult education.
- The number and value of the grants awarded will be determined by the Education komiti.
Eligibility
- Be a registered member of Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust.
- Be enrolled with a New Zealand tertiary institute or training provider.
- Be a resident of New Zealand and have a current New Zealand bank account.
- Provision of confirmation of enrolment.
Merit Top ups
Education grant recipients are eligible for top ups as follows:
- Grades- on attaining a B- grade average or better, an education grant recipient receives an additional top up of up to 50% of the initial grant awarded on verification of results. They will also qualify for an Uru Tau / Tertiary Scholarship in the following year (if applicable).
- S.T.E.A.M. – if studying a S.T.E.A.M. subject, a top up of up to $250 is provided, 1 per year.
- Te Reo – if studying a te Reo subject, a top up of up to $250 is provided, 1 per year.
- Wellbeing – if studying a wellbeing course, a top up of up to $250 is provided, 1 per year.
- Trades – if studying a pre-trades course or apprenticeship, a top up of up to $250 is provided, 1 per year.