The Environmental Initiatives Fund is made possible through the support of Palmerston North City Council and Eastern and Central Community Trust. ENM administers the Environmental Initiatives Fund (EIF).
The Purpose of the Fund
This provides grants for community projects that lead to better outcomes for our environment within the Manawatū River catchment We support initiatives that:
- Enhance community wellbeing by improving food resilience, food security and food sovereignty.
- Protect and enhance biodiversity, and freshwater quality. Initiatives that enhance the mauri of the Manawatū River catchment.
- Contribute to a circular economy through minimising waste and promoting the sustainable use of natural resources.
- Take climate action to mitigate climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Project Location
The project must be within the Manawatū River catchment and surrounding areas from the river’s source to the sea. This includes Palmerston North, Manawatū, and most of Horowhenua and Tararua. Using this map, put your project address into the search to demonstrate how your project fits within the Manawatū catchment (shown as "parent catchment" on the map).
Our Funds
Before you submit an application, it is advisable to read the grant guidelines. These outline the priorities and elibility for funding, as well as the criteria against which applications will be assessed.
Small Grants - open now
- Environmental Initiatives Fund Guidelines Small Grants
- Applications for small grants (up to $1000) can be made by individuals and organisations at any time.
- The application form is concise AND QUICK.
Large Grants - closed till next year
- Environmental Initiatives Fund Guidelines Large Grants
- Applications for large grants ($1000 - $15,000) can be made by organisations
Guidelines and FAQs
APPLY HERE
Clicking "Apply Here" will open a new tab to the funding portal hosted by PNCC. You’ll need to sign in or create an account to submit your application. You can preview the form, fill in and submit.
Click here if you need some guidence on how to use the portal
For more support
To find out more about the fund, discuss whether your project idea fits the criteria of the fund, or ask us how to go about applying, please contact Kerry Jaques on 06 355 0126, email admin@enm.org.nz, or drop into the ENM office at 145 Cuba St. PN.
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