The Community Matching Fund is an initiative which supports not-for-profit organisations within the Whakatāne District that are working for the benefit of our communities.
Organisations can apply for the dollar value of donations and contributions they have received from the community and, if successful, Whakatāne District Council will 'match' these contributions with a grant.
How and when to apply
The next funding round for the Community Matching Fund will open Monday, 10 February 2025 and close Sunday, 2 March 2025.
- DocumentCommunity Matching Fund Guidelines - (139.01 KB)
For more information on the Community Matching Fund, contact our Community Funding Advisor on 07 306 0500 or email grants@whakatane.govt.nz.
Funding available
Approximately $26,000 is available for the Community Matching Fund for the February / March funding round.
Eligibility
- Projects or activities must benefit people within the Whakatāne District
- Not-for-profit organisations, charitable trusts and community organisations providing services in the Whakatāne District
- Other conditions may apply. See the guidelines attached for more information, or contact the Community Funding Advisor.
Funding Committee Panel
Funding decisions are made at the Community Funding Committee meeting. The funding panel comprises three Councillors, with administrative and other support from staff.
Find out more
For more information on the Community Matching Fund, contact our Community Funding Advisor on 07 306 0500 or email grants@whakatane.govt.nz.