Deadline: 28-Feb-25
The Auckland Council is inviting applications for the Manurewa Local Grant to local communities in order to help them achieve their aspirations.
Objectives
- The people:
- Family, whānau and social wellbeing is strengthened
- Older people are connected socially through age-friendly activities and opportunities
- Māori participation is effective and meaningful
- Young people are engaged, have a voice and contribute positively to local life
- People know each other, feel connected in their neighbourhoods and play a key part in shaping Manurewa
- People feel their neighbourhoods and public places are safe and attractive
- The environment:
- We protect the natural areas, are pest free and regenerating to enhance biodiversity and ecosystems
- We are a low-carbon community with zero waste
- The communities strengthen their resilience to disasters and climate change effects
- The water quality of the harbours and waterways is steadily improving
- The community:
- People can easily access free social and recreational activity
- The open space and sports field network meets the demands of the diverse communities
- Facilities and public spaces are welcoming, inclusive and promote wellbeing and sustainability outcomes
- The communities experience food security
- Climate change and sustainability initiatives are visible within the local facilities
- Māori heritage and identity are an intrinsic part of who they are and what they experience every day
- Children have lots of options for casual or informal play
- Creative talent is visible and celebrated
- The places:
- The Great South Road corridor is a great place to live and do business with an integrated regional transport hub
- Cultural diversity is reflected in the amenities
- Manurewa residents benefit from developments taking place in Manukau
- The streets and paths are safe and easy to use
- Transport options encourage a mode shift from private car use, are easy to access and meet diverse community needs
- The economy:
- The local economy continues to grow
- Local ventures enjoy economic success, innovation and enterprise
- Young people have the skills and training needed for quality, sustainable employment
- Māori and Pasifika are engaged in creating and sharing the benefits of a fairer economy for south Auckland
Higher Priorities
- A higher priority will be given to projects/activities that are:
- Strengthening neighbourhood cohesion, whanau and tamariki well-being
- Supporting youth development, employment opportunities for young people through targeted training and skill-building programmes
- Showcasing and celebrating Māori culture, stories and identity
- Increasing the celebration of cultural diversity
- Support and promotion of Māori success, innovation and enterprise
- Community-led education programmes that increase awareness of low carbon actions people can take to achieve energy efficient and healthy homes and lifestyles
- Encouraging reductions in illegal dumping across all communities in Manurewa
- Including older people and foster their community participation
- Recreational activities in the facilities and parks that support people of all ages’ physical, social and mental wellbeing
- Providing free or low-cost training opportunities and resources for skills and qualifications.
- Healthy Environment Principles
- The Manurewa Local Board has endorsed the Healthy Environment principles:
- Applicants with the following messages and practices are encouraged to apply:
- Smoke free
- Zero waste
- Healthy options for food and drink, including water as the first choice
- Active lifestyles
Lower Priorities
- A lower priority will be automatically given to applications that are:
- ticketed events
- consistently requesting for wages, admin and/or operational overheads
- benefit a third party (e.g. activity to gain money for an organisation)
- for activities, or from groups outside the Local Board area
Funding Information
- Grant value: $1000 +
Projects Types
- Arts
- Community
- Environment
- Events
- Heritage
- Sports and recreation
For more information, visit Auckland Council.
