About Ann Sinclair:
Ann Sinclair was born at Pirinoa, Wairarapa in the early 1860’s to Scottish settlers Katherine McCallum and Donald Sinclair. She was one of seven children to the couple. The family purchased hundreds of acres of farmland in the south Wairarapa and developed strong ties with local Maori.
On 12 April 1957, Miss Ann Sinclair signed a deed setting up her farm as a home for training boys in the practice of farming. Initially, boys were trained on the farm, but only a couple could be helped at one time.
In 1983, Hon Mr Justice O’Regan approved a variation to the Trust – the farm was sold and the funds invested. The fund is managed by PSC with the aim of supporting young people in training for all types of farming.
Who Can Apply?
We invite applications from people living within Presbyterian Support Central’s service area, including Greater Wellington, Manawatū, Whanganui, Horowhenua, Wairarapa and Taranaki.
To be considered for funding, applications must meet the Trust’s eligibility criteria. For full details about who can apply and what funding is available, please refer to the Ann Sinclair Guidelines PDF.
Application Process
We welcome applications from students pursuing study and training in horticulture, agriculture, orcharding and animal husbandry.
Applications are considered by the Trust’s Committee and open once a year, from 1 September to 30 September.
Funding decisions are made following the assessment process, with applicants notified in early December.
If you have any questions about the application process, we’re happy to help. Contact us or complete our online application form.
