Browse currently open grants and future rounds opening within six months. Applicant and kaupapa filters may include related opportunities; confirm eligibility and availability with the funder.
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Sport Auckland
This activation fund supports tamariki and rangatahi, particularly those less active, to access quality play, active recreation and sport opportunities in their community or school. Fast Fund grants are up to $12,000 and applications are open 1 July 2026 - 27 November 2026 and 15 January 2027 - 30 April 2027.
FundingUp to NZD 12,000
Deadline27 Nov 2026
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Acorn Foundation
Annual award of $5,000 for Ngāi Tamarāwaho members in their professional studies. Preference for medicine, dentistry, engineering, law, accountancy, business or science. Closes 30 November.
FundingNZD 5,000
Deadline30 Nov 2026
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Sport Otago
Major Funding Rounds provide grants of up to $30,000 for programme or project delivery to activate tamariki and rakatahi through sport, active recreation, and play in the Otago region. Two rounds per year are available, with the next round closing on 28th February 2027.
FundingUp to NZD 30,000
Deadline28 Feb 2027
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Ministry for Primary Industries
The MPI Māori Agribusiness Innovation Fund supports Māori to access opportunities in the primary sector including forestry and wood processing. It provides funding to investigate concepts or obtain expert advice.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Waipa District Council
The Mayoral Disaster Relief Fund provides one-off assistance to Waipā residents and organisations affected by recent flooding and storm damage. Individuals can receive up to $2,000 and businesses up to $5,000 for basic household needs, debris clearing, and recovery support.
FundingUp to NZD 5,000
DeadlineNot specified
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Westland District Council
The Trustpower Lend a Hand Foundation provides funding to small charitable organisations and individuals for identified community needs on the West Coast, with grants ranging from $500 to $2,000. Applications must be sponsored by a Business Supporter and considered by the Grants Committee on a rolling basis.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Waipa District Council
The Waste minimisation community fund helps Waipā businesses, organisations and groups minimise single-use waste going to landfill. No closing date or funding amounts are specified on this page.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Kapiti Coast District Council
A year-round grant supporting smaller practical projects that encourage 'less waste' and benefit the Kāpiti Coast community. Projects should encourage community participation and education, and lead to long-term less waste actions and behaviour change.
FundingUp to NZD 2,000
DeadlineRolling applications
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Christchurch City Council funding
The Business Improvement District Grant Fund provides funding to help business associations and communities throughout Christchurch lead local initiatives to improve their business environment. Applicants can seek funding for projects including making business districts more attractive, developing branding, building websites, and developing strategic plans.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Ministry for Primary Industries
The Primary Sector Growth Fund supports businesses and organisations in primary industries to achieve positive outcomes by removing barriers to growth. It capitalises on opportunities for the primary sector.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Nuku Ora
Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa Fund is designed to remove barriers to physical activity for tamariki and rangatahi aged 5-18, prioritizing groups in socioeconomic disadvantage, disabled participants, and young women and girls. Funding supports venue hire, equipment, transport, volunteer support, and costs related to removing barriers to participation.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Waikato District Council
Community Boards and Committees manage funding to assist community groups, non-commercial groups and voluntary organisations operating within the Waikato District for events and projects. No deadline or funding amounts are specified on this page.
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DeadlineNot specified
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