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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Kaikoura District Council
The Kaikoura Community Initiatives Fund supports non-profit organisations, voluntary community groups, and schools with projects that contribute to social, economic, cultural and environmental well-being. Up to $5,000 per project is available for one-off short-term projects, with $5,000 annually reserved for youth initiatives.
FundingUp to NZD 5,000
Deadline26 Feb 2027
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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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Network Tasman Trust
The Peter Malone Community Grants Scheme provides annual grants of up to $3,000 for organisations and up to $1,000 for individuals within the Tasman Network distribution area, funding art and culture, education, environmental initiatives, social support services, and sport and recreation. Applications for 2027 will open on 16 July and close on 27 August, with funding decisions made in October.
FundingNZD 1,000 – NZD 3,000
Deadline27 Aug 2027
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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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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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Ruapehu District Council
The Lion Foundation, established in 1985, has returned over $1 billion to the community since its inception. Geographic coverage includes Whanganui and Hunterville, with applications accepted year-round and at least eight weeks for processing.
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DeadlineRolling applications
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Sport Waikato
Tū Manawa is an activation fund managed by Regional Sports Trusts that supports children and young people, particularly those less active, to access quality play, active recreation, or sport opportunities. Eligible organisations can apply for funding for programme delivery, equipment, coaching, and staff costs, with amount limits and deadlines determined by individual Regional Sports Trusts.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Sport Waikato
The fund supports tamariki (5–11 years) and rangatahi (12–18 years), especially those who are less active, through play, active recreation, and sport projects. Funding can cover project or programme delivery, coaches and staff, equipment, venue hire, and transport that removes barriers to participation.
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DeadlineNot specified
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BayTrust
Monthly Community Support funds programmes and projects up to $50,000 that align with BayTrust's Priorities and benefit Bay of Plenty communities. Applicants must be formally constituted groups with 50% of project costs raised or in the process of being raised.
FundingUp to NZD 50,000
DeadlineNot specified
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Ruapehu District Council
Pub Charity Limited distributes grants from gaming machines in member hotels and taverns, returning funds to communities where raised. Geographic coverage includes Waiouru, Taihape, Marton, Bulls, Ohakune, and Whanganui with monthly funding rounds.
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DeadlineNot specified
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Foundation North
Community Grants are available on a rolling basis with no closing dates for applications up to $199,999, with decisions within four months. Applications of $200,000 and over are considered by the Board of Trustees.
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DeadlineRolling applications
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