Grants Open & Upcoming
The Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub
To apply for funding with Perpetual Guardian, you’ll need to register for an account with the Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub. The Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub provides fundseekers the ability to:
- Submit a request for funding
- Log in and save and return functionality
- Update your organisation details
- Track the status of your funding request
- Review your current grants and report due dates
- Submit reports
- Monitor grant payments.
If you are ready to register for an account now, please do so here: The Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub
Please note it can take up to 3 days for your registration to be processed (or more during public holiday periods).
If you’ve got a burning question or some constructive feedback for us when you start to use the Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub, please feel welcome to drop us a line at [email protected].
And don’t forget, our team are available to help Monday – Friday (with the exception of public holidays and Christmas closure). We’ll get back in touch with you within 24 hours (but usually much quicker than this).
Funding Rounds Open Now For Organisations
Register for an account with the Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub in order to apply now.
Please allow for up to 3 business days for your registration request to be processed.
Listed below are the Trusts currently open for applications from organisations (listed alphabetically). More detailed funding guidelines are available on the application form.
Please note that upon funding rounds closing, non-submitted applications will be automatically declined.
Technical support is available until 5pm on the day that applications close.
Gladys Howey Charitable Trust
Applications are considered for charitable purposes relating to the welfare, care and treatment of animals including:
- programmes that educate children on the welfare of animals, particularly domestic pets (and especially cats)
- activities that encourage news media and publicity activities relating to pets as companions and their welfare
- activities that promote the prevention of cruelty to domestic animals.
Please be advised that there is only a small amount available for funding in this round (approximately $6,000 in total). It is likely that 1-3 grants will be made.
Applications are open 4 May – 22 May 2026.
New Zealand Companion Animals Trust
Perpetual Guardian is pleased to be custodian of the New Zealand Companion Animals Trust. The Trust supports projects beneficial to the community, those that provide care and protection to companion animals and projects that directly improve companion animal welfare and urban animal management. For more information including the types of awards available, and to apply, please visit the New Zealand Companion Animals Trust website.
Closing dates for applications are 1 February and 1 July annually.
Rose Hellaby Medical Scholarship and Grants
In the fields of rheumatic disease, physical medicine and manipulative treatment:
- Scholarships for New Zealand registered medical practitioners for research and/or post-graduate training and experience overseas.
- Grants for New Zealand organisations to engage international or New Zealand medical practitioners/specialists to deliver lectures, conduct study courses and/or supervise training and/or research within New Zealand.
Applications are open year round but for the most part are considered by the Board of granting in May. If you wish to be considered in the funding round for the current year, please submit your application by 31st March. Please monitor carefully for changes as time-frames for applications may be amended.
Register (or log in) to apply here.
Ted and Mollie Carr Medical Travel Fund
Facilitating international travel by medical practitioners for the purposes of research and education:
- The Fund’s priority objective is to enable overseas based surgeons and medical practitioners with specialised skills to visit New Zealand for short periods to impart their skills and techniques to New Zealand medical practitioners.
- The Fund’s secondary objective is to enable specialist New Zealand medical practitioners to travel internationally for short periods to work with other medical practitioners to improve their skills and techniques. Awards for this secondary purpose are infrequent and will only be considered if the proposal demonstrates a broad impact (i.e. not just for the medical practitioner travelling).
Organisations and individuals meeting one of the above purposes may apply.
Applications are open now and are available to apply for throughout the year.
Applications are reviewed and supplied to decision makers as and when they are received, and usually not later than within three months of the submission date depending on the availability of advisory parties.
Register (or log in) to apply here.
Funding Rounds Open Now For Individuals
Register for an account with the Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub in order to apply now.
Please allow for up to 3 business days for your registration request to be processed.
Listed below are the Trusts currently open for applications from individuals (listed alphabetically). More detailed funding guidelines are available on the application form.
Please note that upon funding rounds closing, non-submitted applications will be automatically declined.
Technical support is available until 5pm on the day that applications close.
Allan and Grace Kay Overseas Scholarship
Scholarships to support the pursuit of a post graduate research course overseas in Agriculture or Veterinary Sciences.
Applicants must be New Zealand born residents.
Applications are open now and are available to apply for throughout the year. Please monitor carefully for changes as time-frames for applications may be amended. Applications are reviewed and supplied to decision makers as and when they are received, and usually not later than within three months of the submission date.
Register (or log in) to apply here.
Brian Johns Fellowship Trust
Awards for New Zealanders to develop further knowledge and interest in the fields of ear nose and throat medicine and to develop and continue research in these fields within New Zealand or overseas.
Applications are open year round. Please monitor carefully for changes as time-frames for applications may be amended.
Applications are reviewed and supplied to decision makers as and when they are received, and usually not later than within three months of the submission date depending on the availability of advisory parties.
Register (or log in) to apply here.
Rose Hellaby Māori Education Fund Scholarships
Three types of scholarships are available and managed by the Māori Education Trust:
- Rose Hellaby Scholarship. For Year 9 students of Māori descent undertaking secondary education with demonstrated financial need, academic ability and aptitude, who require assistance to purchase school uniforms or textbooks. The closing date for applications was 31 March 2026. NOW CLOSED
- Rose Hellaby Bursaries Scholarship. For Undergraduate Māori students undertaking full time study for a full year, for the purpose of a profession which includes scientific, mathematical or technical skills. The closing date for applications is 31 May 2026.
- Rose Hellaby Postgraduate Scholarship. For Masters or PhD Māori students undertaking full time study for a full year in the fields of engineering, mathematics, science, technology or medicine. The closing date for applications is 31 May 2026.
To find out more please visit the Maori Education Trust website
Rose Hellaby Medical Scholarship and Grants
In the fields of rheumatic disease, physical medicine and manipulative treatment:
- Scholarships for New Zealand registered medical practitioners for research and/or post-graduate training and experience overseas.
- Grants for New Zealand organisations to engage international or New Zealand medical practitioners/specialists to deliver lectures, conduct study courses and/or supervise training and/or research within New Zealand.
Applications are open year round but for the most part are considered by the Board of granting in May. If you wish to be considered in the funding round for the current year, please submit your application by 31st March. Please monitor carefully for changes as time-frames for applications may be amended.
Register (or log in) to apply here.
Ted and Mollie Carr Medical Travel Fund
Facilitating international travel by medical practitioners for the purposes of research and education:
- The Fund’s priority objective is to enable overseas based surgeons and medical practitioners with specialised skills to visit New Zealand for short periods to impart their skills and techniques to New Zealand medical practitioners.
- The Fund’s secondary objective is to enable specialist New Zealand medical practitioners to travel internationally for short periods to work with other medical practitioners to improve their skills and techniques. Awards for this secondary purpose are infrequent and will only be considered if the proposal demonstrates a broad impact (i.e. not just for the medical practitioner travelling).
Organisations and individuals meeting one of the above purposes may apply.
Applications are open now and are available to apply for throughout the year.
Applications are reviewed and supplied to decision makers as and when they are received, and usually not later than within three months of the submission date depending on the availability of advisory parties.
Register (or log in) to apply here.
Scholarship Nomination Rounds Open for Schools
Unless otherwise noted, applications/nominations must be completed by an appropriate School staff member such as Principal, Careers Advisor, Dean.
No applications/nominations from parents/students will be accepted.
REGISTER (OR LOG IN) TO APPLY HERE
No current scholarships open for schools to nominate.
Upcoming Funding Rounds for Organisations
Unless otherwise noted, all applicants must ensure they are registered as a user on the Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub. This will enable you to view the application form and apply for funding when applications open. You are able to register as a user before applications open (recommended).
E L & J B Sanderson Cerebral Palsy Trust
For the benefit of people living in the Canterbury region with cerebral palsy who require twenty-four hour care.
Applications are scheduled to open 8 June – 26 June 2026.
James Maxwell Heron Charitable Trust
For charitable purposes in Kaiapoi and surrounding districts (excludes Christchurch metropolitan area).
Applications are scheduled to open 4 May – 22 May 2026.
Jeanne Mary Webb Charitable Trust
For the activities of the First Church of Christ Science, Christchurch, the Patricia A Fleming Fund and education within the Christian Science Church.
Applications are scheduled to open 4 May – 22 May 2026.
Kingston Sedgfield Charitable Trust
With a focus on the Otago region, the Kingston Sedgfield Charitable Trust provides assistance for young people (under 30 years), particularly for the education and rehabilitation of young people who are disadvantaged. Consideration will also be given to provide for (unfunded) training/aids for young people with disabilities and training/knowledge building for gifted young people who need help to make progress.
Applications are scheduled to open 8 June – 26 June 2026.
Southland Care and Welfare Trusts
Encompassing the Peter H McMillan Legacy Fund, the Vernon Hall Trust Fund and the W Duncan Bickley Trust Fund.
Applicants submit one application to be considered by the three contributing Trusts.
For charities operating in Southland (including Invercargill and Wallace) who focus on ‘the care and welfare of infants* or of the aged or of persons suffering from any physical or mental disability or infirmity.’
*Infants is defined as ‘baby and child under the age of 7 years; persons under the age of 21 years’.
Applications are scheduled to open 8 June – 26 June 2026.
Tui Flower Foundation
Welcomes applications that advance knowledge and family care in home science, nutrition and household arts. Two types of applications are available:
- Grants for New Zealand organisations (including clubs and groups)
- Scholarships for New Zealand residents and citizens to undertake an aligned course of study or vocational training, for example tertiary qualifications in baking, culinary arts, fabric and apparel science, food and nutrition.
Applications are scheduled to open 8 June – 27 June 2026.
William J Gall Charitable Trust
Applications are welcomed from charitable organisations operating in the Catlins and Owaka area. In this funding round, the Trustee is likely to show preference to local/grassroots organisations whose home base is within Owaka or the Catlins (rather than organisations operating in a broader area such as regional Otago/Southland/New Zealand.
Applications are scheduled to open 8 June – 26 June 2026.
Upcoming Funding Rounds for Individuals
Unless otherwise noted, all applicants must ensure they are registered as a user on the Perpetual Guardian Funding Hub. This will enable you to view the application form and apply for funding when applications open. You are able to register as a user before applications open (recommended).
Jeanne Mary Webb Charitable Trust
For the activities of the First Church of Christ Science, Christchurch, the Patricia A Fleming Fund and education within the Christian Science Church.
Applications are scheduled to open 4 May – 22 May 2026.
Tui Flower Foundation
Welcomes applications that advance knowledge and family care in home science, nutrition and household arts. Two types of applications are available:
- Grants for New Zealand organisations (including clubs and groups)
- Scholarships for New Zealand residents and citizens to undertake an aligned course of study or vocational training, for example tertiary qualifications in baking, culinary arts, fabric and apparel science, food and nutrition.
Please note that disability services, religious organisations, organisations largely delivering services for the elderly and applications that are purely family care and welfare focused are unlikely to be considered for funding. If you are unsure, please email an overview of your request to [email protected] before applying.
Applications are scheduled to open 8 June – 27 June 2026.
New Grant Opportunities
Below are recently added grant and scholarship opportunities
[Listed alphabetically]
Updates to Application Rounds
A K Franks Charitable Trust
Traditionally this application round has opened in October. In 2026, applications will open in April.
Bill Brown Charitable Trust
Charitable and educational purposes within 16kms form the Wellington General Post Office.
It is yet to be confirmed whether this funding round will open in 2026. Please check back again.
Canterbury Community Legacy Fund (previously known as the New Zealand Charitable Foundation)
Welcomes applications from charities for humanitarian and arts projects operating within Canterbury.
Scheduled to open next in April 2026.
Charles T Drysdale Estate
Charitable purposes in Southland, particularly accommodation, recreational or holiday facilities for young people.
No further funding rounds will be held for this Estate.
Cranleigh Harper Barton Cultural Trust
For charitable organisations in Canterbury supporting arts and culture.
Scheduled to open next in 2027.
Eva and Harold Wilson Charitable Trust
For charities involved in the care and welfare of elderly poor persons in the district of Canterbury.
Scheduled to open next in 2027.
George Dessurne Trust Fund
Scholarships for students who are nominated by invited schools in Eastern Bay of Plenty. The Scholarships support students under 20 years of age entering tertiary education with limited financial means.
Scheduled to open next in 2027
James Searle Say Foundation
The Foundation is accepting applications from Waihi organisations by invitation only in 2026. If you represent a Waihi based organisation with a strong grassroots focus* and you wish to register your interest for future funding rounds please email [email protected].
*Generally, successful Waihi focused grants are for projects operating in Waihi, led by Waihi people and are for the Waihi community.
Janet and John Carter Charitable Trust Fund
Welcomes applications for research and development to promote animal welfare in New Zealand, particularly the thoroughbred horse industry (applications in relation to the thoroughbred horse industry will be prioritised).
Scheduled to open next in 2027
Jean Malpas Environmental Trust
Protection and retention of the New Zealand landscape and its native flora, fauna and marine life. Preference is given to projects in the South Island.
Scheduled to open next in 2027.
Kathleen Spragg Agricultural Research Awards
Research and development awards, the outcome of which provide a demonstrable benefit to the pastoral industry of New Zealand. Funding is for purposes relating to travel for research and development in soils, plants and animals and related areas to the pastoral industry. Applications are accepted from organisations, as well as individuals (scientists, technicians, advisors, consultants and/or students holding relevant tertiary qualifications).
In 2026 the Trust is opening two application rounds (one in February and one in October).
Kathleen Spragg Agricultural Research Fellowships
These Fellowships will not be opening for the foreseeable future, however the Kathleen Spragg Agricultural Research Awards are scheduled for February and October in 2026.
Olivia Spencer Bower Foundation – Art Award
A 12 month award to support an emerging New Zealand artist.
Scheduled to open next in 2027.
Otama Marere Trust
Tertiary Education Grants to Owners and their descendants of the Otama Marere Trust (Paengaroa North A5).
Applications are managed by the Maori Education Trust. Visit the website here.
Robert C Bruce Charitable Trust
For afforestation projects on public land (including project grants for organisations and research grants for individuals).
Scheduled to open next in 2027.
Scientia Trust – Planet Earth Fund
Scheduled to open next in 2029.
Spencer Mason Post-Graduate Scholarship in New Zealand Law & the Spencer Mason Travelling Scholarship in Law
These scholarships are now administered by TGT Legal. Please contact Tarsha Povall-Janse for more information.
Trimble Agricultural Research (Travel) Fellowship
Supporting overseas travel for scientists in agricultural research.
Scheduled to open next in 2027.
Tui Flower Foundation
Traditionally this application round has opened in October. In 2026, applications will open in June.
Vernon Willey Trust
To benefit the sheep and wool industry of New Zealand via research and study.
Whakapaupakihi 6 & 7 Trusts
Tertiary Education Grants to Owners and their descendants of the Whakapaupakihi 6 & 7 Trusts.
Applications are managed by the Maori Education Trust. Visit the website here.
Application Schedules
Our 2026 application schedules can be found here for planning purposes. Please check back regularly throughout the year for updates as changes are made without the year.