Creative Communities Scheme

Twice a year (March/April and November/December) Westland processes applications for funding from the Creative Communities Scheme, which are allocated by the Westland Creative Communities Committee.

Creative New Zealand sets the criteria, and provide the standard application form and guide.

Creative Communities Scheme – Applications for Round 2 now open

Round 2 of the Creative Communities Scheme for Westland is now open.

The three main funding criteria are:

1. Broad community involvement – the project will create opportunities for our local communities to engage with and participate in arts activities.
2. Diversity – the project will support the diverse arts and cultural traditions of our local communities, enriching and promoting their uniqueness and cultural diversity.
3. Young people – the project will enable and encourage young people (under 18 years) to engage with and actively participate in the arts.

• Application Form
• Application Guide

Once you have completed the form, download and save the form to your computer. Email the completed form to communities@westlanddc.govt.nz or (if you have the software) open with Adobe Acrobat Reader, digitally sign and press to the Submit button.

Applications close on 30 April 2026.

Creative Communities Scheme | Creative New Zealand