Ruby Stokes Grant

The Ruby Stokes Grant is a biennial funding opportunity that aims to give people the opportunity to extend their education or training in order to improve their level of skills. The grant is open to New Zealand citizens aged 25 years or older who wish to undertake short or long term courses with a recognised education provider. The grant specifically targets residents of smaller towns and rural areas on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. Applicants must demonstrate the benefit of their study to the wider community as well as to their own personal development. This requirement emphasizes the grant's focus on supporting individuals whose education will have a positive impact beyond their personal advancement, contributing to the development of rural communities in the West Coast region. The grant is administered by Rural Women New Zealand as part of their funds and grants program. It is run biennially on odd years, with the next application cycle opening in 2027. The value of this bursary is $500 NZD.