Kaikoura District Council - Kaikoura Community Initiatives Fund
Simple applicationKaikoura District Council
Supports projects contributing to the social, economic, cultural, and environmental well-being of Kaikoura.
Upcoming rounds
Round 3
5 Jun 2026
$15,000
Extra funding round due to available funds
Grant Range
$15,000 available per annum, with $5,000 allocated annually for youth projects
What they fund
Who can apply
What they won't fund
What they care about
Supports projects that contribute to achieving annual objectives of the Council and Long Term Plans, such as community events and activities that contribute to the social, economic, cultural and environmental well-being of Kaikoura.
Writing tips
Use terms like 'hapori' (community) and 'rangatahi' (youth) to align with local cultural context.
Common mistakes to avoid
Applications lacking evidence of local need research and feedback from the community may be rejected.
What makes a strong application
Projects that enrich the community with educational, entertainment, cultural or creative opportunities are likely to be funded.
Application structure
Evidence of Local Need
Provide evidence demonstrating that the project has been researched with the intended audience, users, and/or providers in the community.
Community Feedback
Include details of who was spoken to and what feedback was received to support the application.