Creative Communities Scheme

The scheme, backed by Creative New Zealand, aims to increase participation in the arts, broaden the range and diversity of the arts available to communities and enhance and strengthen the local arts sector.  

2026 funding rounds
Open for applications: 2 February 2026 - 27 February 2026
Meeting date 26 March 2026
Projects from 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2027

Open for applications: 3 August 2026 - 28 August 2026
Meeting date 23 September 2026
Projects from 1 October 2026 to 1 October 2027