Whanganui River Enhancement Trust

Funding for environmental and social projects that enhance the health of the Whanganui River and its catchment.

Closes

Closed for 2026 — applications closed 9 May 2026. Reopens annually

Who can apply

Read on the council's page, quoted verbatim: priority is given to "innovative environmental projects that help contribute to the health and wellbeing of the Whanganui River Catchment," for both environmental and social projects.

Amount

Not published

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Community groups, Iwi & Māori organisations, Marae & hapū, Organisations & providers

Before you apply

Formed in 2002 as an agreement between Whanganui District Council, Ruapehu District Council and Genesis Energy — covers both districts along the river, not Whanganui alone. Application forms are available from either council office. Applications go to Nicole Tawhiri at Genesis Energy, Nicole.Tawhiri@genesisenergy.co.nz.

Official source →

Checked 16 September 2026

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