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Available grants and funding

Find out what funding is available and get an overview of the grants process.

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Community grants - grants from rates

The Community Grants Scheme annual funding round is open each year from 1 May until 31 July.

Catchment enhancement fund

We provide financial assistance and advice to landowners and catchment groups to achieve catchment-scale improvements in waterway and wetland health.

Your guide to the grants process

Increase your chances of success by reading this handy guide.

Community Conservation Partnership Fund

Annual funding for voluntary organisations working on natural heritage and recreation projects on public and private land.

Creative Communities Scheme

Funding to increase participation in community arts initiatives. Find closing dates, criteria and the application form.

Golden Bay Community Board Discretionary fund

Use this form to apply for a grant from the Golden Bay Community Board.

Heritage Building Restoration Initiatives Fund

Up to $1000 is available year-round for listed heritage building restoration.

Motueka Community Board Discretionary fund

Applications are open all year, with decisions made every three months. Apply online.

Outstanding Community Service Awards

There are lots of people who work quietly away with little recognition to make our communities better places to live. We recognise their valuable contributions through the Outstanding Community Service Awards.

Rivers and Stream Management Fund

We provide financial support and advice to prevent stock access to waterways and to protect and enhance important habitat. 

Special Grants Fund

To encourage and support new significant events or projects within the Tasman District.

Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund

Help with travel costs for rural sports clubs and rural school teams. The goal is to help young people aged between 5-19 year-olds participate in local sports competitions.

Youth leadership grant

We provide grants for youth aged 15-20 to pursue leadership opportunities. Applications are open at any time.

Other Funding Assistance

We can help you with a range of other funding assistance.