Manawatu-Whanganui Regional Council (Horizons) - Kanorau Koiora Taketake - Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant
Simple applicationManawatu-Whanganui Regional Council (Horizons)
Funding and advice to community groups to help make the region a healthy environment where people are thriving.
Upcoming rounds
Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant
Open now23 Mar 2026
1 May 2026
What they fund
Who can apply
What they won't fund
What they care about
Supporting connections between nature and people, restoring and protecting indigenous biodiversity, and encouraging public engagement with natural environments.
Writing tips
Use terms like 'indigenous biodiversity', 'mātauranga Māori', and align with the funder's vision of a healthy environment where people thrive.
Common mistakes to avoid
Applications may be rejected if they do not align with the funder's priorities, are profit-making ventures, or focus on beautification planting, edible forests, or community vegetable gardens.
What makes a strong application
Projects that involve community-led initiatives, restore indigenous biodiversity, and offer educational opportunities about natural environments tend to be successful.
Application structure
Eligibility Criteria
Ensure your project supports connections between nature and people, is non-profit, restores indigenous biodiversity, and provides educational opportunities.