Hurunui District Council - Secondary School Achievers Fund
Simple applicationHurunui District Council
Funds current school students from Year 11-13 for further study in the following year.
What they fund
Who can apply
What they won't fund
What they care about
The Secondary School Achievers Fund supports current Year 11–Year 13 students from the Hurunui District who are progressing to further study, recognising positive attitude, high ability and/or ingenuity.
Writing tips
The funder emphasises 'positive attitude' and 'high level of ability and/or ingenuity' as key demonstration points. Frame applications around how financial assistance directly enables achievement of stated goals.
Common mistakes to avoid
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Funding is only for formal academic study, not voluntary work—ensure your proposed use aligns with this restriction.
What makes a strong application
Successful applicants demonstrate positive attitude, high ability/ingenuity, and clear articulation of how financial assistance would benefit their goals. Past recipients used funds for boarding fees, travel, textbooks, or electronic equipment.
Application structure
Eligibility & Criteria
Applicants must be current Year 11–Year 13 students with family home within Hurunui District boundary (though may attend school outside district). Must be progressing to further study in the following year.
Demonstration of Need & Benefit
Clearly demonstrate positive attitude, high level of ability and/or ingenuity, and explain how financial assistance would help achieve your goals.