Kapiti Coast District Council - Arts Sustainability Fund

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Kapiti Coast District Council

Supports the development and long-term sustainability of arts initiatives and organizations in Kāpiti.

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Grant Range

$8,000–$10,000 for each year, with a maximum of three years

What they fund

development and long-term sustainability of arts initiativescreate and sustain inspirational and aspirational initiatives in the visual, performing, and cultural arts

Who can apply

artistsarts organisationsindividualsnot-for-profit organisationsIwi organisationseducational institutions

What they won't fund

One-off projects that are not intended to be long termExisting projects where there is no new activity or initiative being plannedExisting projects that have already received Council fundingProjects for individuals such as training courses, unless there is a clear community outcomeSchool curriculum-based projects

What they care about

Support the development and long-term sustainability of arts initiatives and organisations in Kāpiti, providing opportunities for Kāpiti arts and cultural communities to create and sustain inspirational and aspirational initiatives in the visual, performing, and cultural arts.

Writing tips

Applications should clearly articulate how funding will support alignment with Council’s purpose for the fund, focusing on cultural and social well-being, economic well-being, and environmental well-being.

Common mistakes to avoid

One-off projects, existing projects without new activities, and projects that have already received Council funding are not eligible.

What makes a strong application

Successful applications demonstrate new initiatives or activities that align with Council’s strategic priorities for the arts in Kāpiti and have potential to build to a major ongoing initiative or activity.

Application structure

Initiatives, Activities, and Programmes

Must be in the Kāpiti Coast District, new, and showcase the Kāpiti arts scene to a local, regional, or national audience.

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