Acorn Foundation: Christine Tustain Sports Award 2026

Acorn Foundation: Christine Tustain Sports Award 2026

Application Form
About Christine Tustain

Born in England, Chris and her family emigrated to New Zealand when she was five years old, settling in Whangarei. At 16, she began working at the National Bank in Whangarei and continued to work for the bank at Te Puke and Tauranga branches for most of her working life in New Zealand. Chris set off on her first overseas trip at the age of 24, igniting a serious passion for travel, and has since visited no less than 80 countries. Upon retirement from the bank, Chris joined the St John volunteer team, working as a Friend of the Emergency Department at Tauranga Hospital. Chris is an avid tennis player, being involved at the Otumoetai Tennis Club since 1980, where she has been treasurer and club captain at different times. She enjoys keeping fit with cycling, walking and swimming. She is passionate about animals and the environment and has been an incredibly generous supporter of performing artists and budding young sportspeople. She has provided many awards in those areas over the years. Chris Tustain’s support for those who excel in classical music and sports in the Western Bay of Plenty will continue for generations to come.
Eligible athletes must:
- Be studying, training or working in the Western Bay of Plenty at the time of the application.
- Be aged between 16 – 23 at the time of application
- Have achieved national representation at their sport.
- Be continuing in their chosen sport and will be able to outline their pathway towards international competitions
Successful applicants will be required to write a personal letter of thanks to Christine and will be encouraged to meet with both a representation of the Acorn Foundation and Christine within 1–2 months of receiving the award.
1. Personal Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Sport*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Age (as of 4th May 2026)*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone*
Email*
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Parent Name*
Parent Mobile*
Parent Email*
Please attach headshot photo of yourself

2. Education / Work Information

Please list what Study /Employment you are undertaking during 2026
1. School/Institute Name
Course Name
Year of Study
2. Employer
Role
Full time / Part time

3. About you
Please list your key results/achievements over the past two years or upload a sport cv below.
How will this scholarship directly support your progression towards your goals?*
Please list your short (1-2 years) and long term (3-5+ years)sporting goals?*
As part of your application, please provide a personal statement (no more than one A4 page). Your personal statement should tell us about you, your goals, and your journey. The guiding questions below are provided to help you structure your statement:
- Your context: Tell us about your family and any work you do that helps support your sporting journey
- A shaping moment (last 12-18 months): Describe a setback you worked through or a milestone you’re proud of - what happened, how you felt, and what you learned.
- What makes you a great fit for this scholarship?
Please upload your personal statement and CV (if appropriate) here*

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4. Sporting Event(s) Applied For
List the specific 2026/2027 event(s) that you are applying for funding to attend*
Please provide evidence of your selection/status as a NZ Representative squad/team member.*

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5. Financial Details

Please outline the expected event costs and all expected income in 2026
Event Costs (Cost $)*
Sources of income (Value $)*
Bank Account Details

For payment of Scholarship if you are successful
Account Name*
Account Number*
Inclusion of bank details in this application is no guarantee of your success in the application process.

6. Additional Information
If you wish to add any additional information to support your application please upload your file here

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7. References (References will only be contacted if shortlisted)
Character Reference*
Coach/Mentor/Education Provider Reference*

8. Signature of Applicant

In signing this application I confirm that the above information is correct, that I have read and understood the Scholarship Conditions and if selected I agree to abide by these conditions
Applicant's Signature*

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Date*

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Privacy Statement

Sport Bay of Plenty and the BayTrust will record the personal details provided on this form in order to fully consider your application for a scholarship. This information may only be accessed by Sport Bay of Plenty and the BayTrust and you have the right to inspect and update your details at any time by contacting us at P O Box 13355, Tauranga.
9. Checklist

Before submitting this application to Sport Bay of Plenty, please ensure that you have completed all aspects of the required information as per the checklist below.
Successful applicants will be required to write a personal letter of thanks to Christine and will be encouraged to meet with both a representation of the Acorn Foundation and Christine within 1–2 months of receiving the award.
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Acorn Foundation: Christine Tustain Sports Award 2026

About Christine Tustain

1. Personal Details

2. Education / Work Information

3. About you

4. Sporting Event(s) Applied For

5. Financial Details

Bank Account Details

6. Additional Information

7. References (References will only be contacted if shortlisted)

8. Signature of Applicant

Privacy Statement

9. Checklist

Successful applicants will be required to write a personal letter of thanks to Christine and will be encouraged to meet with both a representation of the Acorn Foundation and Christine within 1–2 months of receiving the award.