Other Grants | Northland Community Foundation

Looking for Funding?

Are you working to help make Northland a more prosperous, vibrant, and equitable region? The Northland Community Foundation holds one grant round each year, offering modest grants to charitable projects that reflect the wishes of our donors.

Our annual funding round for 2026 is now closed. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in August.

Grants available outside our annual funding round:

Northland Fund
Tindall Foundation funding for Te Tai Tokerau Northland
Northern Wairoa Fund

Each organisation may submit only one grant application per round. Based on the information you provide in your application, we'll match your application to the most relevant funding stream.

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Funds Available

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Who can apply?

Charities and community groups making a meaningful impact in the local community.

Applicants must:

Be based in Te Tai Tokerau, or
Deliver a substantial portion of their services in the region.

The Tindall Foundation

Northland Community Foundation is proud to serve as the local funding manager for The Tindall Foundation (TTF), a philanthropic family foundation dedicated to supporting communities throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.

TTF funding is included in our annual grants round and is allocated to projects and initiatives that align with The Tindall Foundation's Family/Whānau Focus Area within Te Tai Tokerau Northland.

Each year, approximately $90,000 is available to distribute in Te Tai Tokerau Northland. Organisations can apply for grants of up to $15,000.

Applications will open during our annual funding round in May.
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Find out more:

Refer to our How to Apply Guide
Contact us at grants@ northlandcommunityfoundation.org.nz
Learn more about The Tindall Foundation’s Whānau/Families focus area on their website

What we cant Fund

We cannot provide funding for

Core or Public Health Service, medical care, medical equipment, medical research, clinical health initiatives (within mental or physical health) or disabilities services, hospitals, and hospices. This includes initiatives where the ‘entry criteria’ for service users means that they have a physical, mental health or addiction issue or are living with a disability.
Core Education in universities, colleges, schools, or early childhood centres, including programmes, scholarships, equipment, or other activities that are curriculum related.
Research from outside a community without its direct involvement.
Sport, Leisure and Recreation including high-performance sport, sports clubs’ operational or programme costs, sport equipment, events, trips, and competitions.
The arts including art, drama or performing arts, museums, and galleries.
Overseas organisations or projects outside the geographic borders of Aotearoa New Zealand, overseas travel and expenses, and exchange programmes.
Individuals including scholarships, international travel to conferences, events or for research.
Buildings or land
Animal charities
Capital assets or equipment over $3,000.
Personal loans.
Endowment funds.
Religious or political advocacy, including religious advancement, political lobby groups, lobbying or marketing campaigns.
Venture capital initiatives.
Urgent or retrospective applications.
Sponsorships.

Who we've helped

Supporting our community is at the heart of everything we do.

Over $7,842,000 granted

Since our launch in 2004, Northland Community Foundation has proudly granted over $7,842,000. These funds have supported a wide range of projects and organisations across sectors such as arts, animal welfare, education, environment, health, social services, and sports.

Our 2025 Impact

In 2025, our Grants Committee allocated funding to 22 deserving recipients. This funding supported operational costs, salaries, project expenses, and equipment, enabling these organisations to continue their vital mahi in Northland.

How to Apply

The Northland Grassroots 2025 funding round is expected to open in April/May 2025. If your organisation is making a difference in Northland, keep an eye out for updates and prepare to apply!

About the Northland Grassroots Fund

The Northland Grassroots Fund grants approximately $90,000 annually to support worthy causes and charities across Northland. Organisations can apply for a grant of up to $15,000, with funds allocated to projects and initiatives that align with our goal of creating positive, long-term impact in our community. With this financial support, we aim to strengthen the organisations that strengthen our region.

Who Manages the Fund?

Northland Community Foundation acts as the Local Donation Manager for The Tindall Foundation, a philanthropic family foundation working throughout Aotearoa to support:

• Whānau/families

• Hapori/community

• Te taiao/the environment

We distribute donations on behalf of The Tindall Foundation to projects that align with their Family/Whānau Focus Area within Te Tai Tokerau Northland. These funds are further boosted by contributions made to the Northland Grassroots Fund for even greater reach and impact.

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Have you been successful in receiving a grant from us?

We are proud to support some amazing groups and charities across Northland. If you are successful in receiving a grant from us, we would be grateful if you could display our logo and tell people about us.

Some ways to acknowledge our funding

Include our logo on any promotional materials you create for your project, service, or event.
We would love to receive photographs that showcase your work, as they demonstrate the impact you’re making.
Share a quote with us about your grant, highlighting how the funding is helping your organisation make a difference for your beneficiaries.
If you share posts about your grant on social media, please tag us so we can amplify your message and celebrate the great work you’re doing.
Please acknowledge your Northland Community Foundation grant in any media releases. We’re also happy to provide a quote to include in these announcements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of grants does Northland Community Foundation offer?

We provide funding to charities and community groups working in key areas such as health, education, the environment, and social wellbeing, depending on the funds available each year. Some funds also support specific causes, as directed by donors.

How do I apply for a grant?

Visit our Grants page on the website to check current funding opportunities, guidelines, and application deadlines.

When are grant applications open?

Grant rounds vary depending on available funding but usually open in May each year. Keep an eye on our website or subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

How are grant decisions made?

Applications are assessed by our Grants Committee, ensuring funds are distributed fairly and effectively to causes that align with the fund's purpose and our mission.

Can individuals apply for funding?

Most grants are for registered charities and community groups, but some scholarships and specific funds may support individuals.

Can I apply for funding on behalf of a group or initiative that is not a registered charity?

In some cases, groups that are not registered charities can apply if they have an umbrella organisation to oversee the funding. Contact us to discuss your situation.