Creative Communities Scheme — Kawerau

Funding for local arts projects, workshops and wānanga that grow participation in the arts.

Closes

Round 1 2026/27 has closed. The scheme usually runs two rounds a year in Kawerau; contact the council for the next round's dates

Who can apply

Read on the council's page, quoted verbatim: eligible projects must have "an arts or cultural focus," take place "within the Kawerau district," and meet at least one of "Participation," "Diversity," or "Young people" (enabling those "under 18 years" to "engage with, and participate in the arts").

Amount

Grants over $5,000 are advised to discuss national funding with Creative New Zealand directly

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Community groups

Before you apply

A brochure is available in te reo Māori and English. Individual applicants must be NZ citizens or permanent residents. 07 306 9009 / kaweraudc@kaweraudc.govt.nz.

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Checked 16 September 2026

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