Creative Communities Scheme — Lower Hutt

Funding for local arts projects that build community participation, cultural diversity or youth engagement in the arts.

Closes

The 2026 round ran 1–30 April 2026 and has closed. Runs roughly twice a year

Who can apply

Read on the council's page, quoted verbatim: the project must be "based in Lower Hutt and mainly benefit people living in Lower Hutt," and meet at least one of: "broad community involvement," support for "the diverse arts and cultural traditions of local communities," or enabling "young people (under 18 years) to engage with and actively participate in the arts." Individual applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

Amount

Not capped on this page — check the application form for current guidance

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Community groups

Before you apply

A completion report is required within two months of the project ending, and any prior CCS-funded project must be reported on before a new application is considered. Does not fund capital items (cameras, computers, instruments, costumes, lights or uniforms), competition entry fees or prize money, or travel outside Hutt City. communityarts@huttcity.govt.nz.

Official source →

Checked 16 September 2026

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