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He Tukunga pūtea ā-rohe i Hibiscus and Bays Hibiscus and Bays Local Grant
About the Hibiscus and Bays Local Grant
A local grant is generally available once or twice a year. It is one of two types of local board grants.
Visit What type of grant suits your project to find out what your project or activity may be eligible for.
Types of projects funded by the grant
- Arts
- Community
- Environment
- Events
- Heritage
- Sports and recreation.
Grant value
$2000 - $8000
Outcomes
Our grants programme supports the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Plan 2023 in these key areas:
- our people
- our environment
- our community
- our places
- our economy.
Funding priorities
We welcome applications that show how you would use the grant to achieve the five key areas listed under 'Outcomes'.
We recommend you read the Hibiscus and Bays Local Grants Programme before you apply.
This document describes:
- the key areas and expected outcomes
- the priorities and the objectives you should achieve with your grant
- which activities and projects we will give priority for funding.
How to apply
Applications for the next funding round open on 9 February 2026.
Hibiscus and Bays Local Grant dates
| Grant round | Applications open | Decision due | Activity to start after |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant round two | 9 February - 20 March 2026 | 22 May 2026 | 1 June 2026 |
More about the Hibiscus and Bays Local Grant
Successful applicants must submit an accountability report at the end of their project or activity. This is required to show us how the grant was used.
We will not give any future funding to applicants who do not complete this report.
Useful information about grants
Read the Hibiscus and Bays Local Grants Programme for full information about the funds provided by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.
Visit What we don't fund to find out what community grants do not cover.
Visit Community Grants Policy and programmes to:
- read the policy and guidelines
- find out about the types of grants available
- get a copy of all local board grant programmes.