Creative Communities Funding

We have a partnership with Creative New Zealand to promote, support and increase participation in community arts and cultural activities in the Waipā district. Each year Creative New Zealand provides Creative Communities Scheme funding to Council to distribute.

There are two funding rounds a year, in April and September. There is no maximum amount you can apply for, however grants usually range between $200 - $2,000.

Funding now open

The April round of funding for the Waipā Creative Communities Scheme is now open!

Download the application form here: Creative Communities Scheme application.

The 2021 funding round closing dates are:

Friday 30 April 2021 (project must start on or after 31 May 2021)
Friday 1 October 2021 (project must start on or after 1 November 2021)

Need to learn more about how the funding works? View the application guide for an overview of the process.

Any group, organisation or individual that can meet the grant criteria can apply for funding. However, grants are not for individual gain. The Creative Communities Scheme grants are allocated by an assessment committee made up of members of the community with interest and knowledge of the arts.

If you have a question about Creative Communities Scheme funding, or would like advice about your application, please get in touch with us at info@waipadc.govt.nz, with ‘Creative Communities Scheme’ in the subject line.

Completed projects

If you have previously received a grant, please ensure your organisation has completed and submitted the Project Report form below. The form needs to be returned within two months after the project/event is completed. This is a requirement before future funding will be considered.

Creative Communities Scheme - Project Completion Report

Promoting your creative event in Waipā

If your creative organisation is hosting an event and you need some extra promotion that's affordable, then head along to our calendar whatsonwaipa.co.nz and promote your event for free! The site offers promotion, venue ideas, and tips and tricks for a successful event.

All you need to do is sign up, list your event details, add a great photo and it's good to go!

For more information on What's On Waipā contact events@waipadc.govt.nz.