About the scholarship
The Dennis Moore Memorial Scholarship is to enable West Coast young people, who reside there permanently, to gain a scholarship to further their education.
Dennis Moore Memorial Scholarship
How to apply
Application forms are sent to West Coast schools every year before the application process opens. They are also available on this page (while applications are open) to download directly if you prefer.
Applications are open from 1st September 2025 - 17th October 2025.
Click here to view and download the terms of reference.
Click here to view and download the application form.
Once your application has been received, your nominated referee will be emailed a short form to be completed and returned back to Presbyterian Support Upper South Island.
Where it started
The Reverend Dennis Moore was a Presbyterian Minister who served in the parish of Ross, South Westland, for many years. Throughout his life and ministry, Dennis showed a keen interest in people and was especially concerned for young people in need.
When he died in 1999 he left a bequest to Presbyterian Support. After discussions with his family, Presbyterian Support believed it appropriate to set aside $10,000 of his bequest per annum to form a permanent legacy to his commitment to young people on the West Coast.
Following further consultation with the Union parishes on the West Coast and the Moore family, Presbyterian Support established a fund to enable young people permanently residing on the West Coast to gain a scholarship to further their education. The fund also promotes life skills programmes in schools, and provides training of youth leaders.