Waipā creative projects get funding support
More than $21,000 has been allocated to seven projects in the latest round of the Waipā Creative Communities Scheme.
The scheme, which is a partnership between Creative New Zealand and Waipā District Council, supports local arts projects and activities.
This year creative groups and individuals were encouraged to put forward projects that respond to Covid-19 restrictions.
Among the groups to receive funding was the Mosaic Waikato Modern Choir for a video project exploring how music has helped choir members cope during Covid-19 restrictions.
Another project given funding support was an online workshop teaching participants how to make a paper mask inspired by the nationwide lockdown.
Council strategy and community services group manager Debbie Lascelles said it was exciting to see groups and individuals apply for funding for projects that responded to Covid-19.
“We’re delighted to see that our arts community has come up with innovative and creative ideas that align with health guidelines and embrace new art mediums,” she said.
“They have shown that they can adapt to change and build resilience - and we’re glad to support that.”
Other projects to receive funding support include a kiln workshop, an interactive musical show, art therapy workshops and the Cambridge Autumn Festival.
Creative Communities Scheme funding can cover materials for arts activities, workshops, venue or equipment hire, promotion of arts activities and more.
Each project should focus on at least one of the scheme’s three criteria: access and participation, diversity or young people.
The next funding round will open in September 2020. View the list of successful applicants at www.waipadc.govt.nz/creativecommunities.