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Funding

Look here for a curated list of funding resources

There’s a lot of information out there. Here are a few things we think will be helpful.

If you discover other fabulous resources for funding please get in touch.

Funding Opportunities CLOSING SOON

Regional Creative Communities Scheme

The Creative Communities Scheme supports local arts and creative projects across Hawke’s Bay. Funding is available for projects that increase participation in the arts, celebrate local identity, and strengthen community connection.

Creative Communities funding is administered by each local council. Applications closing soon!

Central Hawke’s Bay District Council
Applications close Sunday 1 March 2026
Learn More  |  Apply Here

Hastings District Council
Applications close Sunday 1 March 2026
Learn More  |  Apply Here

Napier City Council
Applications close Sunday 1 March 2026
Learn More & Apply

Wairoa District Council
Applications close Friday 27 February 2026
Learn More  |  Apply Here

Hawke's Bay Funding

Hawke's Bay Funding - Local Funding Service

Hawke’s Bay Funding is a local service that lists all available funding opportunities across Hawke’s Bay. There are many funding organisations around Hawke’s Bay that support charitable organisations in their efforts to work with and strengthen our communities.
LINK: Website

Creative New Zealand

CreativeNZ - New Programmes Funding Workshop Handout

Learn about the 8 new contestable funding and support opportunities tailored to Early Career Artists, Artists and Practitioner, and Arts Organisations and Groups. 
RESOURCE: Download Guide

CreativeNZ - Funding Roadshow Presentation Slides

Explore the presentation slides from the recent Creative NZ Funding Workshops, covering funding opportunities, application tips, and insights into navigating the funding landscape.
RESOURCE: Download Presentation Slides

Other Resources

Fundraising & Sponsorship

Written to guide and support sports and recreation organisations to attract and secure funds, the parallels with the creative sector, and in particular Community Arts are clear.
RESOURCE: Link To Guide

Kick A** Content - Developing Winning Proposals

Written to guide and support sports and recreation organisations to attract and secure funds, the parallels with the creative sector, and in particular Community Arts are clear.
RESOURCE: Download Presentation Slides
RESOURCE: Link To Webinar (video)

Donations Toolkit

A suite of information providing advice and suggestions for approaching, securing and keeping donors.
RESOURCE: Link To Page

Business Sponsorship

A comprehensive and practical guide of identifying the ‘fit’, and then the pitch and powerful ongoing relationship management.
RESOURCE: Link To Page