The Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund (Biodiversity Fund) has closed its application round for community groups undertaking biodiversity projects in Ōtautahi/Christchurch city and Te Pātaka o Rakaihautū/Banks Peninsula. Applications are now being assessed.
The fund had $400,000 available, supported through the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula targeted rate for biodiversity. This rate was established following consultation on our Long-Term Plan 2024-34.
Groups applying had to be a legal entity with a project that enhances indigenous biodiversity in freshwater, coastal or land-based ecosystems. This may involve direct action, education, raising awareness, or supporting an organisation that undertakes these actions.
Eligible organisations could apply for between $20,000 and $100,000 per project.
Applications have now closed.
The Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund (Biodiversity Fund) has closed its application round for community groups undertaking biodiversity projects in Ōtautahi/Christchurch city and Te Pātaka o Rakaihautū/Banks Peninsula. Applications are now being assessed.
The fund had $400,000 available, supported through the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula targeted rate for biodiversity. This rate was established following consultation on our Long-Term Plan 2024-34.
Groups applying had to be a legal entity with a project that enhances indigenous biodiversity in freshwater, coastal or land-based ecosystems. This may involve direct action, education, raising awareness, or supporting an organisation that undertakes these actions.
Eligible organisations could apply for between $20,000 and $100,000 per project.
Use the online form on this site to make an application — this is the quickest and easiest way to apply. Create an account to save your application as you go.
