Tēnā koutou katoa – if your marae, hapū, iwi or community group is planning a major building or upgrade project, the Lottery Community Facilities Fund (Te Tahua Hapori Ngā Whakaurunga) could help bring your vision to life.
Next round opens:➡️ 12 November 2025➡️ Decisions by: 18 February 2026
What you can apply for
- Building or extending community facilities (marae, halls, community centres, sports spaces).
- Capital works over $50,000 to make facilities safer, more useful, or more accessible.
- Seismic assessments and strengthening for earthquake resilience.
- Feasibility studies or design work for large projects.
- Upgrades that improve health, safety and accessibility – e.g. wharepaku, ramps, heating, or fire safety systems.
- Start pulling these together now:
- ✔️ Trust Deed / Constitution
- ✔️ Latest financial statements
- ✔️ Project plan – what you want to build or upgrade, and why
- ✔️ Budget + quotes from builders or suppliers
- ✔️ Proof of land/facility ownership or lease
- ✔️ Design plans or feasibility study (if needed)
- ✔️ Community support evidence – hui minutes, letters, surveys