To align with our funding strategy and ensure that our grants are equitable and targeted there are a number of exclusions to the types of projects and organisations we fund. Check out our list of exclusions below to make sure your project fits!
• Retrospective applications i.e. where the initiative or item being considered for funding has already been completed or purchased
• Initiatives that are outside of The Trusts boundaries
• Applications from sub-groups of entities (such as jubilee committees, men’s, women’s, or junior sections). The main entity or governing body of each organisation must be the applicant
• Industry, commercial or professional network groups
• Promotion of a religious or political message (however, we do fund faith-based community services)
• Corporate social clubs
• School carparks, entrance ways, staff areas and staff equipment
• Alcohol
• Travel or accommodation
• Sports equipment
• Computers for schools or individuals
• Purchase of food for food banks
• Group/team registration fees
• Grants which are for the purpose of fundraising or re-gifting (e.g. prize money, scholarships etc)
• Activities or initiatives that are of a similar nature or duplication to what The Trusts as
or is, already funding
• Individuals (including sponsorships or scholarships)
• Endowments, capital funds, whānau and family trusts other trust funds
• Contribution to debt reduction
