The Rutherford College Kotuku Trust was set up to use funding to support students or ex-students of Rutherford College.

Our support is guided by a commitment to meeting the individual needs of students and their pursuit of academic excellence. 

Application Criteria:

• This funding is available to a current student or a student who has attended Rutherford College within the last 5 years. 
• ​A person who has a proven track record of success who may have experienced hardship or adversity and risen above it to continue their educational pathway. 
• The funding may assist them to take the next step or start them off on their academic journey post-secondary school.
• It could include costs associated with their chosen activity or course such as course fees and/or equipment 
• The successful applicant will need to provide proof of where the money has been used in the form of receipts.

Application Information:

All applications must be submitted by 5.00pm on 1 August.
Available funding for 2025 - $1000.00 

Applicants will be notified of the outcome within four weeks of the closing date.