Creative Communities Scheme supports and encourages local arts activities. It is a partnership between Porirua City Council and Creative New Zealand. Each year Creative New Zealand provides funding to city and district councils to distribute in their area. Any individual, group or organisation can apply.
There are two rounds per year.
The closing dates for 2025 are:
Wednesday 9 April 2025 (Closed)
For projects between 1 June 2025 – 1 June 2026
Wednesday 8 October 2025 (Applications are open)
For projects between 1 December 2025 – 1 December 2026
Your project must take place in Porirua and have an arts focus.
It also needs to meet one or more of the three funding criteria:
Funding for local arts.
For more information on what can and cannot be funded please download the Creative Communities brochure [pdf, 1MB].
Individuals and groups can apply. Individuals must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.
To apply for the Creative Communities scheme please read the Creative Communities application guide.
Then download the application form below or pick up a copy from Pātaka Art + Museum.
Image: Jenny Siaosi Photography. What Dance Can Do NZ, 2023. Porirua East School Hall.
If you would like support with your application, or have any questions, contact the Creative Communities Scheme Manager:
Sharlene Vai [email protected]
Or check out the link below for more information.
A list of Successful applications can also be found here.
https://poriruacity.govt.nz/services/community-support/creative-communities-scheme/