Creative Communities Scheme Application Form

Closing Date:   6 March 2025
For Projects that take place between:   1 April 2025 – 31 March 2026

If you have questions about the Creative Communities Scheme, please contact Julie Parsons at Julie.parsons@rotorualc.nz, 07-351-7823 or text 027-2424-132

For technical problems with the form, please email fiona.cameron@rotorualc.nz or text 027-586-9376

Before you start

Read the Creative Communities Scheme Application Guide

This guide tells you:

• whether you are able to apply for Creative Communities Scheme funding for your project
• which projects and costs are eligible and ineligible
• what information you will need to include in your application

Note  local funding priorities for the Creative Communities Scheme Rotorua.
Priority will be given to applications that:

• Contribute to maintaining and advancing the vibrancy and sustainability of Rotorua’s creative sector
• Contribute to the social, cultural, environmental and economic well-being of the Rotorua District

The local priority for Festival funding is for applicants that showcase and promote our Rotorua Lakes Council venues