The Ethnic Communities Development Fund (the Fund) provides $4.2 million each financial year (1 July to 31 June). We accept applications for the Fund throughout the year. You can apply any time.
Applications can take up to 12 weeks to process and for a decision to be made. Make sure you submit a complete application enough time before a project or event starts.
If you submit your application late or if a decision is delayed until after your event or project starts, funding is not guaranteed.
Make sure you understand your obligations if you receive funding.
Read the Ministry’s Policy and Administrative Guidelines to learn about the grant obligations and how decisions are made.
Applying for the fund
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About the fund
Learn about the fund, see key dates and read the policy document.
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Who can apply
Any group can apply if your project supports ethnic communities in New Zealand.
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How to apply
Find out how much you can apply for, and what you need to apply. Watch a step-by-step instructional video.
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Make an application
Apply for the Fund. Show how it fits with the Fund's purpose and meets one of the four priorities.
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More information
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Funded projects
See a list of all the projects which have been funded by the Ethnic Communities Development Fund.
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Stories
Discover how the Fund improves social cohesion in Aotearoa New Zealand and supports ethnic communities.
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Panel members
Find out about the Panel and read the members' bios.
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Other funding options
Check out what other funding options are available.
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