Community Support & Events Fund

Grants under $10,000 for events, operating costs and smaller community initiatives across the ECCT rohe.

Closes

Open — apply through Te Pae Pūtea Tautoko, the ECCT funding portal

Who can apply

Community organisations operating in Tairāwhiti, Hawke’s Bay, Tararua, Wairarapa, Manawatū or Horowhenua. Organisations may hold one successful grant per financial year, April to March.

Amount

Under $10,000

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Marae & hapū, Community groups, Iwi & Māori organisations

Before you apply

Funding categories: events up to 50% of costs, operational up to 20%, projects up to 25%, capital works/purchases up to 50% — all capped at $10,000.

Official source →

Checked 16 September 2026

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