Community Development Fund

The fund is to enhance the identity, vitality and sustainbility of the Tasman District's smaller communities. The funding can be used for planning, providing activities, running events or developing services to enhance communities. The fund has an annual allocation of approximately $20,000.

Time of Year

 Twice per annum. Closing on 31 October and 30 April.

Criteria

The grants provide assistance for:

  • Projects that demonstrate clear public benefit and support
  • Projects that contribute to social, economic, environmental and/or cultural development
  • Applicants must be from not for profit organisations
  • Projects must be for charitable purpose and benefit the whole community
  • Communities with a population of 4,000 or less will receive priority

Selection Process

A Council assessment committee made up of local councillors considers all applications and apportions available funds accordingly. More detailed guidelines are available when applications open. Please read these when making your funding application.

Application Forms

Application forms are available from Tasman District Council offices and Libraries; or on the link below.

Community Development Fund Application Form

Community Development Fund Guide

Further Information Available From

For further information contact Mike Tasman-Jones - Community and Recreation Advisor, Tasman District Council