In addition to our Community Funding programme, we also administer the Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) for the Whangārei District on behalf of Creative New Zealand.
The Creative Communities Scheme has its own criteria and grants are allocated by an independent committee of community representatives.
Creative Communities Scheme supports local community groups and individuals creating opportunities for access and participation in arts activities in all its forms.
Amount: The maximum amount applicants can apply for is $10,000.
Funding rounds:
- Round 1 - 24 May 2024 to 28 June 2024
- Round 2 - 3 September 2024 to 1 October 2024
- Round 3 - early 2025
Closing date: This fund closed on 1 October 2024.
Apply for Creative Communities Scheme
Priority will be given to projects occurring between December 2024 and May 2025.