{"data":[{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0447","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Peter Malone Community Grants Scheme","funder":{"name":"Network Tasman Trust","slug":"network-tasman-trust","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/network-tasman-trust"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-08-28","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.networktasmantrustgrants.org.nz/community-grants","excerpt":"2026 Grants will be open 17 July - 28 August 2026."},"amount":{"min":1000,"max":3000,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["tasman","nelson"],"tags":["community","arts","education","environment"],"eligibility":"Applicants or their service users/members must be within the Network Tasman Trust distribution area. Projects should generally be completed within one year and have co-funding from other sources.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Peter Malone Community Grants Scheme provides approximately $260,000 annually in grants across five categories: Art and Culture, Education, Environmental and Energy-saving, Social support services, and Sport and recreation. Organisations can receive up to $3,000 and individuals up to $1,000, with grants allocated in October each year.","source_url":"https://www.networktasmantrustgrants.org.nz/community-grants","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0447","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0447","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0447.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.networktasmantrustgrants.org.nz/community-grants","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"2026 Grants will be open 17 July - 28 August 2026."},"amount":{"source_url":"https://www.networktasmantrustgrants.org.nz/community-grants","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"The maximum grant for organisations is generally $3000. Grants to individuals are allowed for representing New Zealand overseas (the maximum grant is $1,000)"}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0447","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0449","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Community Group Sponsorship Programme 2026","funder":{"name":"Network Waitaki Community Trust","slug":"network-waitaki-community-trust","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/network-waitaki-community-trust"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":null,"verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.networkwaitaki.co.nz/company/sponsorship/","excerpt":"Applications for our 2026 Community Group Sponsorship Programme are now closed."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["otago"],"tags":["community"],"eligibility":"","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"Network Waitaki's Community Group Sponsorship Programme for 2026 is currently closed to applications. The programme supports community groups and initiatives in the Waitaki region.","source_url":"https://www.networkwaitaki.co.nz/company/sponsorship/","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0449","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0449","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0449.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.networkwaitaki.co.nz/company/sponsorship/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Applications for our 2026 Community Group Sponsorship Programme are now closed."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0449","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0459","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Industry Development Fund","funder":{"name":"New Zealand Film Commission","slug":"new-zealand-film-commission","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/new-zealand-film-commission"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-08-24","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/industry-development-fund","excerpt":"Deadline: Monday 24 August 2026 at 1PM."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":350000,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["national"],"tags":["capability"],"eligibility":"Screen sector organisations, companies, or collectives registered in New Zealand are eligible to apply.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Industry Development Fund supports programmes that help develop filmmakers' craft and practice through two budget strands: Strand 1 up to $350,000 and Strand 2 under $30,000. Applications closed on 24 August 2026.","source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/industry-development-fund","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0459","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0459","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0459.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/industry-development-fund","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Deadline: Monday 24 August 2026 at 1PM."},"amount":{"source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/industry-development-fund","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Strand 1 - Budget requests up to $350,000"}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0459","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0462","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Short Film Pod Fund","funder":{"name":"New Zealand Film Commission","slug":"new-zealand-film-commission","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/new-zealand-film-commission"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-09-14","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/short-film-pod-fund","excerpt":"Deadline: 14 September 2026 at 1PM."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["national"],"tags":["arts","capability"],"eligibility":"You are eligible for this Fund if you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident; and you or one of your team have made at least one feature film that has achieved a recognised release pathway, including theatrical, festival, or platform distribution","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Short Film Pod Fund provides $320,000 total ($50,000 administration plus $270,000 production funding) to experienced producers to develop and produce high-quality short films across various forms and genres. The programme aims to strengthen filmmaker capability and create a pathway to feature film for talented filmmakers across Aotearoa New Zealand.","source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/short-film-pod-fund","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0462","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0462","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0462.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/short-film-pod-fund","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Deadline: 14 September 2026 at 1PM."},"eligibility":{"source_url":"https://www.nzfilm.co.nz/funding-support-nz-filmmakers/funding/short-film-pod-fund","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"are New Zealand citizen or permanent resident; and you or one of your team have made at least one feature film that has achieved a recognised release pathway, including theatrical, festival, or platform distribution"}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0462","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0466","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Tū i te ora Scholarship","funder":{"name":"Northland Regional Council","slug":"northland-regional-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/northland-regional-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":null,"verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.nrc.govt.nz/your-council/work-with-us/funding-and-awards/tu-i-te-ora-scholarship/","excerpt":"Applications for the Tū i te ora Scholarship are now CLOSED"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["northland"],"tags":["education"],"eligibility":"","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Tū i te ora Scholarship is currently closed to applications. 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This funding is to help our junior teams to get around the rohe to local sporting comps and events."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0474","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0475","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Arts & Culture Capability Fund","funder":{"name":"Otago Community Trust","slug":"otago-community-trust","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/otago-community-trust"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-08-14","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:34:34.988316+00:00","source_url":"https://www.oct.org.nz/funding/how-we-fund/capability-funding","excerpt":"Fund Closes: 14th August, with outcomes announced in October."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":7500,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["otago"],"tags":["capability","arts"],"eligibility":"Arts & Culture organisations based in the Dunedin City boundary which are committed to supporting and contributing to Ara Toi Otepoti: Our Creative Future - Dunedin's Arts and Culture Strategy.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Arts & Culture Capability Fund provides up to $7,500 for arts and culture organisations in Dunedin to build capability and support sustainability and innovation. The fund opens 11th May and closes 14th August annually.","source_url":"https://www.oct.org.nz/funding/how-we-fund/capability-funding","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0475","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0475","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0475.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:34:34.988316+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:34:34.988316+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:34:34.988316+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.oct.org.nz/funding/how-we-fund/capability-funding","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:34:34.988316+00:00","excerpt":"Fund Closes: 14th August, with outcomes announced in October."},"amount":{"source_url":"https://www.oct.org.nz/funding/how-we-fund/capability-funding","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:34:34.988316+00:00","excerpt":"Organisations may apply for up to $7,500 for assistance with arts capability building."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0475","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0480","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"ECO Fund","funder":{"name":"Otago Regional Council","slug":"otago-regional-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/otago-regional-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":null,"verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.orc.govt.nz/do-it-online","excerpt":"ECO Fund applications currently closed"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["otago"],"tags":["community","environment"],"eligibility":"community-led projects that protect, enhance or promote Otago's environment","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The ECO Fund supports community-led projects that protect, enhance or promote Otago's environment. Applications are currently closed.","source_url":"https://www.orc.govt.nz/do-it-online","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0480","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0480","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0480.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.orc.govt.nz/do-it-online","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"ECO Fund applications currently closed"},"eligibility":{"source_url":"https://www.orc.govt.nz/do-it-online","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"supports community-led projects that protect, enhance or promote Otago's environment"}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0480","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0488","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"2026-2027 Events Fund","funder":{"name":"Queenstown-Lakes District Council","slug":"queenstown-lakes-district-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/queenstown-lakes-district-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-04-30","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.qldc.govt.nz/community/community-funding/events-fund","excerpt":"Applications for this funding round took place during 1-30 April 2026 through the SmartyGrants platform"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["otago"],"tags":["community","civic"],"eligibility":"The fund is open to both commercial and community-level events. It supports events that are committed to environmental sustainability, economic impact, event diversity, and positive community benefits.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The 2026-2027 Events Fund provides contestable funding for community and commercial events across the Queenstown-Lakes District. The application round closed on 30 April 2026 with decisions approved by Full Council on 25 June 2026.","source_url":"https://www.qldc.govt.nz/community/community-funding/events-fund","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0488","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0488","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0488.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.qldc.govt.nz/community/community-funding/events-fund","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Applications for this funding round took place during 1-30 April 2026 through the SmartyGrants platform"},"eligibility":{"source_url":"https://www.qldc.govt.nz/community/community-funding/events-fund","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"The fund is open to both commercial and community-level events. It supports events that are committed to environmental sustainability, economic impact, event diversity, and positive community benefits."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0488","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0489","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Community Initiatives Fund","funder":{"name":"Rangitikei District Council","slug":"rangitikei-district-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/rangitikei-district-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-08-30","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.rangitikei.govt.nz/council/grants-funding/community-initiatives-fund","excerpt":"Round 1 closed on 30 August 26."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":2500,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["manawatu-whanganui"],"tags":["community"],"eligibility":"Community-based projects in the Rangitīkei District that develop community cohesion and community resilience.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Community Initiatives Fund supports community-based projects in the Rangitīkei District that develop community cohesion and resilience, with grants up to $2,500 per project per financial year. 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Council matches up to the value of the community contribution to the project through volunteer and donated professional services time, donated materials and cash."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0492","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0494","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Community Matching Fund - Small grants","funder":{"name":"Rotorua Lakes Council","slug":"rotorua-lakes-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/rotorua-lakes-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-09-25","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.rotorualakescouncil.nz/community/grants-and-funding","excerpt":"Small fund: opened 1 July 2026, closed 25 September 2026"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":5000,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["bay-of-plenty"],"tags":["community"],"eligibility":"Community groups delivering self-help volunteer-based projects that align with Council and fund priorities.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"Small grants up to $5,000 for community groups delivering self-help volunteer-based projects. 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Council matches up to the value of the community contribution to the project through volunteer and donated professional services time, donated materials and cash."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0494","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0507","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Marsden Fund Council Award","funder":{"name":"Royal Society Te Apārangi","slug":"royal-society-te-aparangi","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/royal-society-te-aparangi"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":null,"verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.royalsociety.org.nz/what-we-do/funds-and-opportunities/marsden/marsden-fund-council-award","excerpt":"This grant category is not available for the 2026 round"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["national"],"tags":["research"],"eligibility":"Open to established researchers as well as emerging researchers for large interdisciplinary projects.","eligible_entities":["individual"],"summary":"The Marsden Fund Council Award supports large interdisciplinary research projects with funding capped at $1 million per year for three years. 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Applications are encouraged from community groups and individuals whose projects demonstrate growth, develop local artistic communities, encourage transfer of artistic skills, and promote diversity and inclusion.","source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-b","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0517","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0517","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0517.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-b","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Applications Close 12 September"},"eligibility":{"source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-b","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Individuals and community groups. Projects must take place within the Ruapehu District and benefit local communities."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0517","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0520","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Whanganui Community Foundation $2 Million Fund","funder":{"name":"Ruapehu District Council","slug":"ruapehu-district-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/ruapehu-district-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-07-31","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-c","excerpt":"Expressions of interest for the $2 million fund open on 31 July 2026."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["manawatu-whanganui"],"tags":["community","capability"],"eligibility":"Community-led or co-designed initiatives focused on meaningful, long-term impact designed to strengthen local capability and leadership, built through partnerships and collaboration across Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Waimarino.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Whanganui Community Foundation launched a one-off $2 million fund to support bold, community-led initiatives across Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Waimarino. The fund prioritises initiatives aligned with equity, connection, bold action, and sustainability priorities.","source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-c","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0520","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0520","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0520.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-c","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Expressions of interest for the $2 million fund open on 31 July 2026."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0520","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0522","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Whanganui River Enhancement Projects","funder":{"name":"Ruapehu District Council","slug":"ruapehu-district-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/ruapehu-district-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-05-09","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-district/funding/grants-c","excerpt":"Applications open 6 April 2026 and close 9 May 2026"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":null,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["manawatu-whanganui"],"tags":["environment"],"eligibility":"Applications for Whanganui River Enhancement Projects (Social, Economic and Environmental) with priority consideration for innovative environmental projects that help contribute to the health and wellbeing of the Whanganui River Catchment.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Whanganui River Enhancement Charitable Trust calls for applications for projects addressing social, economic and environmental enhancement of the Whanganui River. 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There is no guarantee this fund will be available next year."},"amount":{"min":null,"max":49000,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["wellington"],"tags":["business","community","civic"],"eligibility":"South Wairarapa District Council supports local organisations and initiatives through grants that support groups operating within South Wairarapa and delivering economic sustainability to its people. Projects should support local economic development while enhancing South Wairarapa's appeal as a place to live, work, visit and invest.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"The Economic Development Fund was established in 2025 with $180,000 allocated in the first financial year to support local organisations and initiatives that stimulate economic growth, increase visitation, create employment, and celebrate South Wairarapa's heritage. The fund offered tiered grants ranging from seed funding up to $2,000 for individuals and small businesses to transformative funds of $49,000 or more, with no guarantee of availability in future years.","source_url":"https://swdc.govt.nz/economic-development-fund/","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0540","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0540","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0540.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://swdc.govt.nz/economic-development-fund/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"The fund was established by the Council late last year (2025) and had a pool of $180,000, which was granted this financial year. There is no guarantee this fund will be available next year."},"amount":{"source_url":"https://swdc.govt.nz/economic-development-fund/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Seed funding up to $2,000 For individuals, small local business grants. Grassroots events up to $10,000 For informal groups. Significant events up to $25,000 Must be a legal entity or partnering with a legal entity that can hold funds on your behalf. Impact Investment Fund $25,000+ Must meet additional reporting, annual accounts, supporting documentation etc. Transformative funds $49,000+"},"eligibility":{"source_url":"https://swdc.govt.nz/economic-development-fund/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"grants that support groups operating within South Wairarapa and delivering economic sustainability to its people. In particular, the Council is interested in initiatives that grow the local economy by attracting money into the region, rather than re-circulating local money."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0540","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}},{"id":"OPP-NZ-2026-09-0553","country":"nz","status":"closed","title":"Southland District Heritage Fund","funder":{"name":"Southland District Council","slug":"southland-district-council","url":"https://gobuga.org/funders/southland-district-council"},"deadline":{"state":"closed","date":"2026-03-31","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","source_url":"https://www.southlanddc.govt.nz/council/funding-and-grants/funding-and-grants-2/southland-district-heritage-fund/","excerpt":"Applications close on 31 March 2026"},"amount":{"min":null,"max":10000,"currency":"NZD"},"region":["southland"],"tags":["community"],"eligibility":"Applications should preferably be from a constituted body or group such as a Trust or Incorporated Society. Projects submitted by museums and organisations with a commitment to heritage are considered.","eligible_entities":[],"summary":"This interim one-off funding round provides grants for projects and initiatives that preserve, communicate and promote Southland's heritage. Normally grants are limited to a maximum of $10,000, with amounts above this considered for large projects of outstanding merit.","source_url":"https://www.southlanddc.govt.nz/council/funding-and-grants/funding-and-grants-2/southland-district-heritage-fund/","apply_url":"https://gobuga.org/out/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0553","canonical_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0553","json_url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0553.json","first_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","last_seen":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","closed_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","verified_by":"register-sweep/claude-haiku-4-5-20251001","provenance":{"deadline":{"source_url":"https://www.southlanddc.govt.nz/council/funding-and-grants/funding-and-grants-2/southland-district-heritage-fund/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Applications close on 31 March 2026"},"amount":{"source_url":"https://www.southlanddc.govt.nz/council/funding-and-grants/funding-and-grants-2/southland-district-heritage-fund/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Grants will normally be limited to a maximum of $10,000 to provide seeding funds for heritage projects of regional significance."},"eligibility":{"source_url":"https://www.southlanddc.govt.nz/council/funding-and-grants/funding-and-grants-2/southland-district-heritage-fund/","verified_at":"2026-09-28T02:17:06.301104+00:00","excerpt":"Applications should preferably be from a constituted body or group such as a Trust or Incorporated Society."}},"attribution":{"source":"GoBuga","url":"https://gobuga.org/grants/OPP-NZ-2026-09-0553","retrieved_at":"2026-10-23","licence":"attribution-required"}}],"total":255,"offset":180,"limit":20,"meta":{"published_at":"2026-09-28T02:41:51.997789+00:00","sweep_month":"2026-09"}}