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Funding is available for community-based arts activities in the Selwyn District from the Creative Communities Scheme

Creative New Zealand - Creative Communities Scheme

Funding is available for community-based arts activities in the Selwyn District from the Creative Communities Scheme.

The aim of the Scheme is to increase participation in the arts at a local level, and increase the range and diversity of arts available to communities.

The Scheme is a partnership between Creative New Zealand and the 74 local authorities.  Each local authority take responsibility for delivery of the Scheme in its area.

Local decision-making is the key to the Scheme and applications are considered by local assessment committees.  All New Zealanders are eligible to apply.

Please note, Groups or organisations must provide a copy of their latest financial statement with their application.

Application Closing Dates

2022/23 (June-July) – 4 rounds per year
  • August 2022, for projects after August 2022 (closed)
  • November 2022, for projects after November 2022 (closed)
  • Friday 24 February 2023, for projects after 24 February 2023 (closed)
  • Friday 26 May 2023, for projects after 26 May 2023 (current round open)
2023/24 (June-July) – 2 rounds per year
  • Closing date of 31 August 2023, for projects after 1 November 2023
  • Closing date of 31 March 2024, for projects after 1 June 2024

Application Forms

Please read the Eligibility Guidelines.

For information on the Scheme, please contact: creativenz@selwyn.govt.nz