Opotiki District Council - Coast Initiatives Fund

Simple application

Opotiki District Council

Allocated by Council to the Coast Community Board for Coast ward projects.

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Grant Range

Annual budget of $50,000 allocated by Council to the Coast Community Board

What they fund

Marae facility development and upgradesCommunity facilities and sports fieldsPride and beautification projectsCommunity eventsCoastal accessInfrastructure projects specific to coastal communitiesEducation and training for organizations

Who can apply

organization

What they won't fund

Projects or components that can attract funding from other funding sourcesPrivate access projectsApplications from individualsApplications from organisations not established within the Coast ward

What they care about

The Coast Initiatives Fund supports projects that benefit the Coast ward community, including marae facility development and upgrades, community facilities and sports fields, pride and beautification projects, community events, coastal access, infrastructure projects specific to coastal communities, and education and training resulting in ongoing benefit.

Writing tips

Applications must clearly demonstrate how projects serve the Coast ward. If funding is proposed to assist organisations outside the Coast ward, reasons must be outlined.

Common mistakes to avoid

Applications from individuals rather than organisations will not be considered. Applications from organisations not established within the Coast ward are ineligible. Projects or components that can attract funding from other sources may not be funded. Late submissions that miss the 3-week deadline before Coast Community Board meetings will not be considered.

What makes a strong application

Projects that align with the Board's approved criteria and demonstrate clear community benefit within the Coast ward are funded. Timely applications allowing decisions before anticipated expenditure dates are prioritised. Applicants must submit a written report with photos within one month of project completion.

Application structure

Project/Event Type

Select from: Marae facility development and upgrades, Community facilities and sports fields, Pride and beautification projects, Community events, Coastal access, Infrastructure projects specific to coastal communities, or Education and training.

Conflict of Interest Declaration

Applications must address the Model Standing Orders for meetings regarding pecuniary interest and the Opotiki District Council Code of Conduct regarding conflicts of interest.

Post-Project Reporting

If approved, applicants must submit a written report along with photos to the Community Funding Initiative committee within one month of project completion.

Required documents

• Coast Initiatives Fund Application form

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