Te Matawai
Moderate detailIndependent statutory entity supporting Maori language revitalisation in homes and communities through the Maihi Maori Strategy. Distributes contestable investment funding through eight regional Kahui clusters. Open to individuals, whanau, businesses, organisations, and trusts (charitable, land, marae, iwi, whanau) with no limit on application amounts.
Grant Range
$5,000 - $200,000
What they fund
Who can apply
What they care about
Home and community-based initiatives that revitalise te reo Maori as a nurturing first language. Investment plans and priorities are set by eight regional Kahui clusters. Each Kahui has its own investment threshold. Projects should contribute to the five strategic outcomes of the Maihi Maori Strategy.
What makes a strong application
Register in the Te Matapuna portal and prepare a clear project proposal with objectives, activities, timeline, and resource requirements. Align with your regional Kahui priorities. Focus on home and community language use rather than formal education settings. No limit on funding amount but each Kahui sets its own thresholds.