Apply for contestable funding

We’re here to help community groups, rūnanga, and organisations take action for Waitaha Canterbury's environment.

Waitaha Action to Impact Fund (WAI Fund)

The WAI Fund supports community-led environmental projects that build awareness, empower volunteers, and create positive action across Waitaha Canterbury.

Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund

This Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund supports community-led projects that protect and restore indigenous biodiversity across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

CWMS Action Plan Fund

The CWMS Action Plan Fund supports practical projects that protect freshwater, restore habitats, and strengthen local water stewardship across Waitaha Canterbury.

Apply for any or all of our contestable funds before 11.59pm 12 October 2026.

We’re here to help community groups, rūnanga, and organisations take action for Waitaha Canterbury's environment.

Waitaha Action to Impact Fund (WAI Fund)

The WAI Fund supports community-led environmental projects that build awareness, empower volunteers, and create positive action across Waitaha Canterbury.

Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund

This Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund supports community-led projects that protect and restore indigenous biodiversity across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

CWMS Action Plan Fund

The CWMS Action Plan Fund supports practical projects that protect freshwater, restore habitats, and strengthen local water stewardship across Waitaha Canterbury.

Apply for any or all of our contestable funds before 11.59pm 12 October 2026.

  • Apply for contestable funding

    Before you apply to one of our contestable funds, we recommend you read the funding guide and checklist. 

    Applications are open from Tuesday 1 September 2026 and close at 11:59pm on Monday 12 October 2026. 

    To save your application as you go, make sure you've either logged in, or create an account. This means you won't have to do it all in one go! 

    If you would like a hard copy of the application form, please email haveyoursay@ecan.govt.nz 

    Apply now
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