Creative Communities Scheme — Ruapehu

Funding for arts and culture activity that increases participation at a local level, supplied by Creative New Zealand and administered by Ruapehu District Council.

Closes

Two rounds a year. Round 1 opens 1 August, closes 12 September; Round 2 opens 1 February, closes 13 March. Round 1 2026 has closed

Who can apply

Read on the council's page, quoted verbatim: open to "individuals and community groups" whose projects "take place within the Ruapehu District and benefit local communities," and are encouraged where they "demonstrate growth over time, develop and support local artistic communities, encourage a transfer or artistic skills," with "diversity, inclusion, and projects with a youth focus" also encouraged.

Amount

Not capped on this page — allocated by the Creative Communities Advisory Committee from the funding available each round

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Community groups

Before you apply

Projects must be completed within 12 months of funding being approved. The Advisory Committee meets 6-7 weeks after applications close, and a project completion form is due within two months of finishing. grants@ruapehudc.govt.nz.

Official source →

Checked 17 September 2026

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