Pūtea Toi ki Whakaoriori | Masterton Arts Fund

Arts, heritage, storytelling and creative projects that strengthen participation or the arts economy in Whakaoriori.

Closes

The 2026/27 Round 1 has closed. The council page says to check back in January 2027 for Round 2 details.

Who can apply

Eligible individuals, groups and organisations delivering qualifying projects in Masterton

Amount

Set by the round; recent rounds have been around $10,000 to $12,500 in total

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Organisations & providers

Before you apply

As of 16 September 2026, the council page has been updated and no longer shows the stale 2024/25 round: it now says the 2026/27 Round 1 funding has closed and to check back in January 2027 for Round 2 details. Ring or email the grants administrator at deannae@mstn.govt.nz to confirm timing. Covers visual arts, literature, pottery and ceramics, drama, music, dance, filmmaking and crafts. Also covers preserving, researching and recording significant historic artefacts, history, stories and events. A project completion form is due within two months of the project finishing.

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Checked 16 September 2026

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