Manaaki Fund currently unavailable
The initial round of the Manaaki Fund finished at the end of 2023.
We hope anyone who accessed this found it really useful! We’ll update you as soon as we can about whether there will be another round of this fund during 2024.
If you’re struggling a little with your finances, here’s some great places to get some support:
OPSA Grants and Hardships (all students)
OPSA is our Otago Polytechnic students’ association. They have a range of grants and hardship options. Check them out here: https://opsa.org.nz/support/grants-and-hardship/
Te Punaka Ōwheo (for Māori students)
Our friendly team at Te Punaka Ōwheo (TPŌ) can chat to you about finances and budgeting (amongst loads of other things!). Drop in to say hi, flick them an email or make an appointment. Find out more: https://studentsupport.op.ac.nz/home/akonga-maori/
Pasifika Support (for Pasifika students)
Our Pasifika team offer tailored support for our Pasifika students which includes budget and financial advice. Find out more: https://studentsupport.op.ac.nz/home/pasifika-learners/
Published on 17 Jan 2024
Orderdate: 17 Jan 2024
Expiry: 17 Jan 2026
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