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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