Whangārei District Council
Council
Whangārei community funding
- Funding range
- $5,000 – $5,000
- Application windows
- 6 rolling, 2 dated
- Regions covered
- Northland
Current opportunities
Kai Ora Fund
Whangārei District Council
APPLY ANYTIME: Provides flexible, year-round support for local groups delivering arts, recreation, environmental and community wellbeing initiatives.
Community group · Marae or iwi organisation
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Bike and Scooter Parking Fund
Whangārei District Council
Bike and Scooter Parking Fund - Whangarei District Council --> Skip to main content opens in new tab or window Bike and Scooter Parking Fund This fund supports capital works projects that encourage biking and scooting to / from school or a community destination (e.g.
School · Community group · Marae or iwi
Up to $5,000
Closes Open / rolling
Community Loans
Whangārei District Council
Interest-free loans for the development of recreation facilities in the community.
Community group · Sports club
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Community Impact Partnerships programme
Whangārei District Council
We help communities of place, interest and identity improve their structure or processes, tackle a project or plan, and prepare for future partnerships and funding opportunities.
Community group · Business
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Emergency Recovery Fund
Whangārei District Council
Provided emergency financial help following the January 2026 weather event.
Community group · Other
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Papakāinga Fund
Whangārei District Council
Our funding programme supports local community mahi for the benefit of everyone in the Whangārei District. Find out what funds are available and apply now.
Marae or iwi organisation · Community group
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Community Association Grant
Whangārei District Council
The Community Association Fund supports resident and ratepayer groups, citizen associations and marae trusts recognised by Whangarei District Council that advocate for and uplift their local community.
Community group · Marae or iwi organisation
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Creative Communities Scheme (CCS)
Whangārei District Council
Our funding programme supports local community mahi for the benefit of everyone in the Whangārei District. Find out what funds are available and apply now.
Arts organisation · Community group
Amount not published
Closes Open / rolling
Application tips
- Check that your constitution or trust deed explicitly states your primary purpose is to advocate for and support your local community.
- Confirm directly with Whangārei District Council whether this fund remains open to new claims or applications.
- Engage early with Whangārei District Council planning staff to discuss infrastructure and development requirements.
- Focus on community participation and local access in your arts project proposal.
- Gather all required documentation in advance, including your AGM minutes, Chairperson's report, financial report, constitution/trust deed, and bank details.