The Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund (Biodiversity Fund) is now open for applications from community groups undertaking biodiversity projects in Ōtautahi/Christchurch city and Te Pātaka o Rakaihautū/Banks Peninsula.
The fund has $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.
To apply, your group must 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.
Before applying, please make sure you thoroughly review the below application criteria, alongside the outcomes and measures.
The Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Biodiversity Fund (Biodiversity Fund) is now open for applications from community groups undertaking biodiversity projects in Ōtautahi/Christchurch city and Te Pātaka o Rakaihautū/Banks Peninsula.
The fund has $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.
To apply, your group must 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.
There is a place to upload documents if you would rather prepare your application separately and upload it. If you are doing it this way, make sure you include all the information requested.
Once submitted, a copy of your application will be emailed to you. If you need help, email biodiversityfund@ecan.govt.nz
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.
