Community Board Fund
Do you need funding for community projects or events? Funding is available through the three Community Boards to support projects that encourage community leadership, self-reliance and the work of volunteers.
You should apply for funding from the board where your project or event will take place. For example, applications for Kaitāia projects or events should go to Te Hiku Community Board.
Make sure your project meets our funding guidelines
If you would like to talk through your application (including the process to lodge your application and what alternative funding options might be available), you can email funding@fndc.govt.nz or call the Funding Advisor on their direct line on 09 401 5775.
The Community Board Funding Policy outlines the requirements for applicants requesting funding from our Community Boards.
If you are planning an event, you may require additional permits. You can find more information and guidance on our page at What is your event?
If you are wanting funding to create an asset on Council land, or that you would like to gift to Council ownership, please contact the Funding Advisor before lodging your application, as additional information and/or permissions may be required before your application can be considered for funding.
Step 2.Complete application
- You can now apply for this funding online - follow this link.
- If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Funding Advisor for assistance.
- Provide all the information requested - incomplete applications will not be processed.
- If you need help with your application contact us by calling 09 401 5775 to speak to the Funding Advisor directly or email funding@fndc.govt.nz.
Step 3.Submit application
Your application must be received in full 20 working days before the next community board meeting where funding will be considered. Application closing due dates and meeting dates show below under the 'Application Requirements' tab. Late applications will not be considered.
Projects should encourage community leadership, self-reliance and the work of volunteers. Projects can also provide good quality facilities or services that would not otherwise be possible. Some projects to have received Community Funding are:
- Floodlights at the Kaikohe Rugby and Sports Club’s Lindvart Park training ground.
- Moerewa Christmas Parade
- Upgrade of a 113-year-old community hall near Taipa
- Hokianga Country Music Festival
- Matariki events throughout the district
Successful projects also support community goals or outcomes listed on page 13 of Council's Annual Plan.
Applications for funding are considered during monthly/six-weekly community board meetings. They must be received in full 20 working days before the next community board meeting.
Ensure your application is completed accurately and in full, and all supporting documentation has been provided. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Make sure your application is submitted in time to be presented at a meeting of the relevant Board before the date your project or event, as retroactive applications are ineligible.
You can find out more about community board funding assessment and if your project or event is eligible to apply for funding, in the Community Grant Policy.
When your project is complete, you will need to submit a report detailing how you spent the money, including financial documentation.
Your report must be received no later than two months after the completion of your project.
If you do not submit a project report you will not be eligible for future funding from Council for a minimum period of 3 years.
2026 Application Deadlines
Applications for Matariki events should be submitted by 5 May 2026.
Applications for Christmas Events should be lodged no later than 27 October 2026.
Applications for Waitangi Day 2027 should be lodged by October 2026 so they can be considered before Christmas 2026.
When you apply online, it will show a different closing date - this is a system default for applications in each financial year. The dates below are the confirmed closing dates for each funding round.
Te Hiku Community Board
Application Due Meeting Date
14 January 2026 9 February 2026
10 February 2026 10 March 2026
10 March 2026 7 April 2026
6 April 2026 4 May 2026
5 May 2026 2 June 2026
1 June 2026 29 June 2026
6 July 2026 3 August 2026
3 August 2026 31 August 2026
31 August 2026 28 September 2026
29 September 2026 27 October 2026
27 October 2026 24 November 2026
Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board
Application Due Meeting Date
14 January 2026 12 February 2026
12 March 2026 12 March 2026
12 March 2026 09 April 2026
09 April 2026 07 May 2026
07 May 2026 04 June 2026
04 June 2026 02 July 2026
09 July 2026 06 August 2026
06 August 2026 03 September 2026
03 September 2026 01 October 2026
01 October 2026 29 October 2026
29 October 2026 26 November 2026
Kaikohe-Hokianga Community Board
Application Due Meeting Date
14 January 2026 11 February 2026
11 February 2026 11 March 2026
11 March 2026 08 April 2026
08 April 2026 06 May 2026
06 May 2026 03 June 2026
03 June 2026 01 July 2026
08 July 2026 05 August 2026
05 August 2026 02 September 2026
02 October 2026 30 October 2026
28 October 2026 25 November 2026
Contact Us
Phone 09 401 5775 (direct line) or free phone 0800 920 029 and ask to speak with the Funding Advisor
Email funding@fndc.govt.nz