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New Zealand: Puketapapa Local Grant Program

Deadline: 29-Jul-22

The Auckland Council is pleased to announce a call for applications for the Puketapapa Local Grant Program.

Objectives

  • The Puketapapa Local Board welcomes grant applications that align with the following local board plan objectives:
    • Note: these objectives relate to the local board initiatives as outlined in the local board plan:
      • Improved community understanding of te ao Māori
      • Communities with a sense of belonging and identity, and pride in the diversity
      • Inclusive, interconnected and supportive neighbourhoods
      • Places that they live, learn, work and play support us to have healthier, more active lifestyles
      • Strong local youth voice and leadership
      • They all take care of waterways, parks and public spaces
      • The people live more environmentally friendly lifestyles
      • A well-used network of facilities and public spaces that are inviting, safe, and promote wellbeing
      • Improve local skills so they match local opportunities
      • The people are able to help their communities and others

Types of Projects

Funding Information

  • Grant value: $2000 – $10000

Outcomes

  • The grants programme will be targeted towards supporting the following outcomes, as outlined in the local board plan:
    • Inclusive communities that are healthy, connected and thriving
    • The people speak up and help shape the future
    • The environment is protected and enhanced for present and future generations
    • Well-planned neighbourhoods and vibrant public spaces
    • Thriving local economy with opportunities to learn, work and volunteer

Eligibility Criteria

  • Commercial entities may apply for grants only where there is a clear and direct benefit for the wider community. “Profit generated by a grant-funded project, event or activity may only be retained by the grant recipient if it is reinvested in a social, environmental or cultural mission”.
  • In addition to the eligibility criteria outlined in the Community Grants Policy, the Puketapapa Local Board will not fund:
    • projects and activities where funding is the responsibility of central government (e.g., core education, primary health care);
    • schools, unless one of the following can be demonstrated:
      • community need and benefit to the wider community
      • accessibility to the public out of school hours
    • applicants who have failed to complete or provide a satisfactory accountability form from previous grants
    • individuals or sole traders or limited liability companies; unless the benefit to the wider community can be demonstrated (please connect with the grants advisor to discuss the eligibility of your application)
    • applications towards alcohol or liquor licenses.
    • groups requesting funding the minimum or over the maximum amount set.
    • applications for travel and accommodation outside Auckland unless there is strong evidence of benefit to the local community
    • activities that promote religious ministry or political purposes.

For more information, visit https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/grants-community-support-housing/grants/grants-calendar/Pages/grant-details.aspx?itemID=31