Community Investment Fund Small Grants 2026-27

The next funding round will open on 15 June 2026 and close on 4 October 2026 at midnight.

Grants of up to $10,000 are available for community projects in Nelson, with most funding typically ranging between $2,000 and $5,000. Projects must:

Reduce the impacts of poverty
Reduce social isolation and bring communities together,
Support people who are living in substandard housing or are at risk of homelessness
Improve access to work and learning opportunities and
Improve general community well-being.

Apply here

If you have a project you think meet these criteria, please contact the Community Contracts Adviser to discuss:

Chris Pugh
Kaitohutohu Kirimana Hapori, Community Contracts Adviser
Ph 03 546 0333
E: chris.pugh@ncc.govt.nz