Te Hononga Grants

Co-funding for Te Atiawa whānau or rōpū events and programmes that strengthen cultural connection, up to $5,000 for standard events and beyond for major cultural events.

Closes

Runs as an annual round — the funder's live page states it is 'Accepting Grant applications until 30 June 2026' for the current round; check Te Kotahitanga o Te Atiawa for the next round's dates.

Who can apply

“Te Hononga Grants support registered Te Kotahitanga o Te Atiawa whānau and Te Atiawa rōpū with the costs of running or attending events and/or programmes that strengthen the cultural capacity of Te Atiawa iwi.” Two tiers, both co-funded 50/50: Tahua ā-nuku for whānau/rōpū cultural and connection events (wānanga, reunions, representative sports teams, exhibitions); Tahua ā-rangi for a Large Cultural Event with collective Te Atiawa benefit, arranged directly with the Grants Manager.

Whakapapa

Registered member of Te Kotahitanga o Te Atiawa.

Amount

Tahua ā-nuku: co-funded 50/50 up to a maximum of $5,000 plus GST per event. Tahua ā-rangi: for costs over $5,000, also co-funded 50/50, by direct application with the Grants Manager.

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Community groups, Marae & hapū

Before you apply

Covers venue hire and kai, professional service fees for cultural content, travel expenses, Te Atiawa merchandise for attendees, and event sponsorship. Contact grants@teatiawa.iwi.nz or the Grants Manager, Raymond Tuuta, 06 758 4685.

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Checked 17 September 2026

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