Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi-Ō-Ngāpuhi Funding Grant

Funding Grant Application
Individual or Teams – Sport Recreation, Cultural, Community, or Art Events
We have a new updated Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi-Ō Ngāpuhi Funding Grant Application Form, please read through the updated information to familiarise yourself with the eligibility requirements.

Sponsorship Funding Application
Te Rūnanga Ā-Iwi-Ō-Ngāpuhi Funding Grant is open to an individual, group or organization who are applying for funding assistance where they will be  representing their region or national event or participating at an event. The event must focus and contribute to those representing Ngāpuhi through Sport Recreation, Cultural, Community, or Art Events. The amount shall be a contribution towards the total cost of the funds applied for.  Applications are considered at the discretion of the Fund Manager a combination of official Ngāpuhi Merchandise or monetary contribution may be considered. The Funding Grant does not cover costs related to educational fees, medical bills, housing, debt, set up costs, business ventures or legal costs.
Please Note: All applicants either individual or teams must be registered with the Rūnanga. All participants on the application from are to provide their registration number for verification purposes.
Please ensure all supporting documentation as required has been submitted with the application. Any incomplete application may be deemed ineligible and therefore may not be considered.  If there is any further information required or you need assistance please do not hesitate to contact our Funding Team with queries.

To be eligible for the Funding Grant you must fulfill the following:
• Apply within fifteen working days before the event happens.
• Be registered with Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi-Ō Ngāpuhi. (Please attach a list of ALL registered names and birthdates)
• Provide in writing, a letter and profile outlining your event, include a photograph for our records.
• Provide a letter of proof verifying your or/your team’s registration/participation in the event, on that organisation’s letterhead.  To confirm registration or acceptance to attend the event.
• Provide a bank-verified deposit slip or proof of bank account. Payment will be made by DC to your account.
• Provide a breakdown of costs, how much is required and how much of your own contribution.
• Provide a brief report within 10 days after the event is completed. If a report is not submitted, you will not be considered for future funding.
IMPORTANT: If you are successful in receiving funding:
● You will not be eligible for further funding for 12 months from the date of funding being approved.
● You agree to your profile and event being used as positive Pānui for Ngāpuhi.
● If you do not attend your event, or use the funds or kākahu as intended, they must be returned to Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi O Ngāpuhi.
● Please note due to pressure of funds each year, it is not always possible to fund return applicants seeking assistance.

To apply for Funding you must be a registered Ngāpuhi tribal member, residing in NZ.
Not registered? You can apply to register.  You can also check and update your registration details.
If you have a team or group applying for funding, please attach a list of ALL registered names and birth dates of the members, so that we can verify.
In past years we have been able to support individuals, sports teams, cultural, community and whānau groups.

Please post, deliver or email applications to:

P: Te Rūnanga-A-Iwi-Ō-Ngāpuhi,
PO Box 263,
16 Mangakāhia Rd, Kaikohe
E:: [email protected]

How to apply

 SPONSORSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Read some of the acknowledgements from past Sponsorship Recipients

Ngāpuhi Education Scholarships

A list of successful recipients for this year’s 2023 Ngāpuhi Education Scholarships can be viewed here.

2024 Ngāpuhi Education Scholarships will open on 1st November 2023. All information will be available on our website from the 1st November 2023. For any enquiries please email us at [email protected]

Minor Capital Works Funding

Remedial repair needed on your marae?  Several Ngāpuhi marae have accessed this fund to take care of repairs on their marae that cost less than $5000.

The amount that can be applied for is $5000, and applicants may apply only once per financial year (1 July to 30 June).

There are five funding rounds each year closing on 6 February, 6 April, 6 June, 6 August and 6 October.

About the fund:

• The fund is strictly for remedial repairs to the marae for issues that prevent the marae from being used. Works must be remedial, under $5000 and have professional quotes.
• The fund is for works that are current or yet to be carried out. We do not fund projects in retrospect.
• Applications will only be received from Ngāpuhi marae situated within the Takiwā rohe o Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi-O-Ngāpuhi.
• For detailed information on applying to this fund, go to our Application Guide.

Past projects that we have funded include:

• Street lighting and safe access for marae located on a state highway
• Fix leak in kitchen pipes and cover for kitchen entrance
• Health and safety compliance
• Roof repairs
• Replacement of a water pump
• Installation of water tank and pipe fittings

Major Marae Project Assistance Funding

Are you ‘completing’ a major marae development project? We may be able to help.  The amount that can be applied for is $20,000 and applicants may apply only once in any given year.

There are two funding rounds each year closing on 6 April and 6 October.

This fund is contestable, with a maximum of two (2) distributions to Ngāpuhi marae per financial year (1 July to 30 June).

About the fund:

• Major Marae Project Assistance funding is for ‘completing’ major marae development projects only.
• The fund is for end project stages that have not yet commenced. Applications for retrospective works will not be considered.
• Successful funding recipients are subject to a 3-year stand down, before they may re-apply to this fund.
• Applications will only be accepted from Ngāpuhi marae situated within the Takiwā rohe of Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi-Ō-Ngāpuhi.
• For detailed information on applying to this fund, go to our Application Guide.

Past projects that we have funded include:

• Completion of disability ablution block
• Wheelchair access and upgrade of hot water system for the marae complex
• Carpeting of wharenui and upgrade of ablution block
• Fencing for safety purposes