Stewart Island/Rakiura Community Partnership Fund Program (New Zealand)

The Community Partnership Fund supports an array of local initiatives and projects.

Epitomising the concept of community-led development, the funds have a positive impact – in the community, for the community.

Outcomes

• a community that has fit for purpose, sustainable infrastructure
• a cohesive and connected community, recognising that many of the ratepayers don’t reside on the Island full-time
• Kaitiakitanga – guardianship and protection of Stewart Island’s pristine natural environment
• a community that plans for it’s future – recognising it’s unique challenges and
• opportunities
• a community that has a strong voice and that holds agencies and organisations accountable for doing what they say they will.

Eligibility Criteria

• funding is available for not-for-profit community groups. They may be a legal entity or an informal group. Regardless of legal status, the group must have their own bank account
• funding is not available for individuals
• applicants may apply for up to 50% of total project costs
• applications should be aligned with the Stewart Island/Rakiura Community Board’s outcomes, and may include social, economic, cultural and environmental outcomes
• funding for operational costs will not be considered
• applications involving capital works will be required to provide two quotes. If this is not possible then an acceptable explanation will be required
• applicants are encouraged to speak to their application but this is not mandatory.

For more information, visit Southland District Council.