Applications open for community grants

• Published date: 24 April 2024
• Publication title: Kapiti News

Mayor Janet Holborow said the council’s grants allocation committee prioritised applications that encouraged greater community participation, improved the quality of life for the project’s participants, and partnered with a range of community groups including iwi and hapū

“Grants of up to $2000 are available for not-for-profit organisations and local services to support work that benefits the community.

“We know that times are tough, which is why it’s important for council to support organisations and services making a tangible difference to people’s lives.

“Some of these groups are facing rising costs along with increased demands on their services, and we know every bit of support can help.”

Grants committee chairman Nigel Wilson said the council’s community grants could contribute to a new programme, project or event, support participant’s development, workers’ training, equipment and educational material, or be used to make improvements...