Auckland Council - Auckland Climate Grant: Response
Simple applicationAuckland Council
Supports community-led climate action projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, build community resilience to climate impacts, and support Māori-led responses to climate change.
Upcoming rounds
Round 1 - Reducing Our Climate Impact
Open now12 Oct 2026
16 Nov 2026
$380,000
Supporting community-led projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions through transport, food, energy and community participation.
Grant Range
$5,000–$40,000
What they fund
Who can apply
What they care about
Funding supports community-led climate action to reduce emissions, strengthen emergency readiness and help communities adapt to climate impacts across Tāmaki Makaurau. Projects focus on practical action in three outcome areas: Emergency Readiness and Response, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and community adaptation to climate change.
Writing tips
The funder uses te ao Māori framing and references 'Te Ara Urutau' (the pathway). They emphasise 'community-led', 'culturally tailored', and 'practical action'. Projects should demonstrate connection to local catchments, neighbourhoods, or specific communities.
What makes a strong application
Funded projects demonstrated clear community benefit, practical implementation plans, and alignment with climate action themes. Successful applications included Māori-led initiatives, hyperlocal community organising, emissions reduction through infrastructure changes, youth engagement, and food/environmental restoration work.