We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2024 Giving Circle Scholarship Award.

The Giving Circle is a group of anonymous donors who established the IBD Computer Scholarship Award in 2020 to benefit young people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The first award was presented in 2021. The award is administered through Crohn’s and Colitis New Zealand Charitable Trust. A subcommittee of the donors determines the recipient of the award.

Previous winners are listed below:

2023 Casey Irwin, studying Teaching at the University of Otago.

2022 Ranger Leary, studying Fine Arts Film at the University of Canterbury.

2021 Nicole Thornton, studying Nursing at the University of Otago.

The Award

The award consists of either one brand-new MacBook Pro or equivalent funds up to $2,299, which can be used to support the recipient's educational pursuits. This award is granted on an annual basis.

Eligibility Criteria:

To apply the applicant must:

• Have a diagnosis of Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.

• Be accepted into a course of study or training post-high school.

• Be a citizen or resident of New Zealand.

• Demonstrate plans to benefit the community.

How to Apply:

If you meet the scholarship criteria, we encourage you to apply. 

Feel free to contact us at info@crohnsandcolitis.org.nz, and we'll provide you with the necessary application details.