Funding opportunities for Marlborough Enviroschools by Ramona Millen https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding Some options to consider if you are looking for funds for an environmental project en-us 2020-09-16 04:19:24 UTC 2025-10-23 00:55:59 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f41d.png Environmental Education Action Fund | WWF EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750444796 WWF, in partnership with the Tindall Foundation, supports communities and educational facilities to run projects that conserve and restore Aotearoa New Zealand's natural environments and the native species in these habitats. Up to $15,000.]]> 2020-09-16 04:22:41 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750444796 Yealands Wines Marlborough Sustainability Initiative EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750450793 There are some criteria that may not fit with an educational setting - please enquire with them before applying]]> 2020-09-16 04:26:10 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750450793 Canon Oceania Grants Program EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750456533 In the spirit of our guiding philosophy of Kyosei - living and working together for the common good - over the last 16 years, Canon Oceania has supported more than 80 schools, not-for-profits and community groups with over $450,000 in monetary and product support. 

Previous winners have used the grant to restore and protect native biodiversity, advocate to eliminate period poverty and facilitate learning, and foster knowledge and conservation of oceanic environment through research and education. ]]> 2020-09-16 04:29:29 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750456533 Radical Action Grants EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750460060 Up to $500]]> 2020-09-16 04:31:29 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750460060 Fonterra Doing Good Together EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750468656 We support a wide range of initiatives & projects throughout regional New Zealand.  These include school groups, educational groups, charitable trusts, sports clubs and local emergency services for a wide range of environmental, community and health and safety initiatives.]]> 2020-09-16 04:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750468656 Mazda Foundation EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750473443 There are three closing dates for funding rounds every year: 31 March, 30 June and 30 September. 

The Mazda Foundation will consider awarding grants to programmes promoting:
  • The maintenance and improvement of the natural environment
  • The advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels in the community
  • Advancement of education and employment skills development, with particular emphasis on children from deprived backgrounds
  • The arts where the goal is to educate and expose the NZ public on NZ culture
]]> 2020-09-16 04:39:07 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750473443 Zayed Sustainability Prize EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750476784 Up to US$100,000.]]> 2020-09-16 04:40:48 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/750476784 Tips for fundraising for environmental projects EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/808848016 From Predator Free NZ]]> 2020-10-07 01:30:20 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/808848016 Education Programme Calendar 2023 | Keep NZ Beautiful EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112219584 A guide to all funding opportunities, competitions and programmes from Keep NZ Beautiful.  Find out more: www.knzb.org.nz/]]> 2021-01-21 21:44:34 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112219584 Marlborough Creative Communities Scheme EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112745844 The purpose of the scheme is to support and encourage local communities to create and present diverse opportunities for accessing and participating in arts activities within their specific geographical area, as well as for defined communities of interest.

Round 1 opens August 2023
Round 2 - date to be advised]]> 2021-01-22 03:25:40 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112745844 Lottery Grants Board EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112781534 2021-01-22 03:54:18 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112781534 Rātā Foundation EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112786094 A range of grants available in Marlborough.

"We would like to see a world where all New Zealanders get support when they need it, realise their potential through learning and cultural connectedness, and have the same opportunities to play sport and take part in creative activities. We want to see a world where we care for/kaitiaki the land and our climate so that the future generations can thrive. 

In line with our purpose we focus our funding in five key areas of Learn, Support, Connect, Participate and Sustain."

No closing dates
Small grants - up to $20,000
Large grants - over $20,000

]]> 2021-01-22 03:58:17 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112786094 The Tindall Foundation EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112790666 The Tindall Foundation is a family foundation that seeks opportunities to support innovative, forward-thinking initiatives that make a positive difference for Aotearoa New Zealand, in areas of: Whānau/ family, Community and Environment.

Contact: Kim McGettigan, Admin Officer
0278569752
info@topsouthfoundation.org.nz]]> 2021-01-22 04:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112790666 Redwood Trust EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112795916 "The object of the Redwood Trust is to act for the purposes of funding charitable, cultural, educational, recreational, sporting and youth activities in the Marlborough District."

Grant Applications will be accepted before the 15th of each month.

]]> 2021-01-22 04:07:03 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1112795916 Te Uru Rākau | Funding for tree planting EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1179859956 Part of the One Billion Trees Programme, the fund is available to help people plant living memorials that honour members of their communities.  For planting areas of less than 1 hectare on land accessible to the public or iwi, including schools and marae.]]> 2021-02-09 00:36:12 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1179859956 Closed for 2022 - 2022 Earthwise Action Fund for Enviroschools EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1398499607 Applications open April 2022 and close mid May 2022.

The purpose of the Earthwise Action Fund is to offer accessible funding for sustainability and enterprise projects in your school, centre and community.

There are two funding options available:
1. $1,000 (+GST) towards a smaller scale project/initiative
2. up to $5,000 (+GST) for a larger project with a focus on sustainable enterprise involving the wider community

Click the link below for further information about the fund and details on how to apply.]]> 2021-04-09 03:13:20 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1398499607 Resene Nature Murals Competition | KNZB EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1572620245 If you're planning a mural with an environmental message, you could enter this competition. It's held annually, with different prize packages each year to support you to produce your mural.
https://www.knzb.org.nz/programmes/paint-new-zealand-beautiful/resene-wall-worthy-competition/]]> 2021-05-31 03:39:58 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1572620245 School Fun Run EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1610976714 2021-06-16 23:27:09 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1610976714 New Zealand Biosecurity Awards EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1660694181 Applications close at the end of July each year. 
The winning group will receive a $2,500 cash prize.
·         Does your kura run environmental programmes that look at how to restore biodiversity to your community?
·         Are your tamariki monitoring pest traps as part of protecting their environment and biosecurity?
·         Are your science students doing research about invasive pests and diseases that could threaten New Zealand?
·         Are you really proud of your students who are leading environmental groups and sharing knowledge? 
If this sounds like your learning centre or school, submit your online entry here: www.thisisus.nz/biosecurity-awards/]]> 2021-07-26 03:52:32 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1660694181 Jeanette Fitzsimons Climate Action Grants EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1661743642 The Climate Action Grants are for climate and community activists under 30 years wanting to create a change. Two grants of up to $5,000 are offered annually, for projects which are targeted at climate action and aligned with one or more of Jeanette’s and Our Climate Declaration’s goals. These grants will be awarded each year to a young person/s or organisation of young people working within their community, who wish to innovate, promote and implement the sorts of things that Jeanette believed in and are reflected in the Our Climate Declaration Goals.  
Find out more here:]]> 2021-07-27 04:20:56 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1661743642 TREEmendous grants | Mazda Foundation EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1661749648 if your school would like to apply for the TREEmendous Education Programme and $1,000 prize money, you can apply here:]]> 2021-07-27 04:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/1661749648 The Blue Door Grants EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2209501359 The Blue Door Blenheim offer two funding rounds per year.]]> 2022-06-02 22:58:29 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2209501359 Countdown Growing for Good EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2209502809 Up to $10,000]]> 2022-06-02 23:00:40 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2209502809 Bunnings EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2209504917 The Bunnings team like to help out in schools and ECE services - contact them or your Enviroschools facilitator to see what support they can offer you.]]> 2022-06-02 23:04:01 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2209504917 Max eGrants EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2341057714 Max e-Grants is a community programme brought to you by OfficeMax in partnership with NZ’s leading children’s charity Barnardos. The programme provides small grants of up to $5,000 to New Zealand schools and pre-schools to support children (4-18 years) experiencing significant disadvantage to support, promote and encourage their educational potential and outcomes.]]> 2022-10-15 00:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2341057714 One Foundation Grants EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2341059894 In accordance with the Gambling Act 2003, One Foundation receives applications for grants on a continuous basis. These are presented to the Net Proceeds Committee at the monthly meeting closest to the date at which the complete, signed original Grant Request has been received at our office.  The Net Proceeds Committee is responsible for assessing applications for the funds that are raised from our gaming machine venues.
Our criteria, methods, systems and policies used to consider the distribution of net proceeds are reviewed regularly. The Directors met on the 28th May 2020 and the latest amendments to the Net Proceeds Policy have been updated on this website.
Applications must be completed in accordance with the standard One Foundation's online application form via our online Grants Portal.
Please check your Eligibility and read our Grant Guidelines and What We Fund for assistance when applying for a grant.
]]> 2022-10-15 00:48:08 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2341059894 Mitre 10 EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2562642115 We’re locally owned with deep roots in our communities and like to lend a helping hand where we can, helping Kiwis to love where they live work and play.  Our stores get behind hundreds of initiatives each year supporting local schools, clubs, charities and not-for-profit organisations, and at a national level we’re proud to contribute to community-based initiatives, either through our Mitre 10 Helping Hands programme delivering practical hands-on help with builds and makeovers to those in need, or through our support of charitable, environmental, local grassroots and trade partnerships.]]> 2023-04-21 02:06:00 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2562642115 Enviroschools Native Tree funding 2023 EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2562645221 This year we have access to some funds through 
Enviroschools from the 1 Billion Trees Fund.
We have successfully applied for $2000 for our region so if you have a planting project and require funds for native trees we can help.
Enviroschools asks that “Funds be used to support ecological restoration projects and provide hands-on learning experiences for students, showcasing the value of a holistic approach”.
There are some criteria we need to meet to release the funds which mainly involves a paragraph with an overview of what you will be doing and why, then taking photos and 
writing us a short story on what was achieved.
If you are interested contact Annie for more information 
annie.mcdonald@marlborough.govt.nz
]]> 2023-04-21 02:08:48 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2562645221 Weave EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2562674545 Collaboration is about working together to create positive change. For us, collaboration means two or more organisations or groups forming a partnership to work collaboratively to achieve the same outcome – in Weave’s case, to increase positive outcomes for New Zealanders, our communities and environment.]]> 2023-04-21 02:32:53 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2562674545 KNZB Kai Garden Competition EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563737967 2023-04-22 01:22:53 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563737967 Top of the South Community Foundation EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563742228 The Foundation runs one major grant round per year, with applications opening on 1 May, and closing on 31 July. Decisions then made, and grants distributed before the end of September.
We will typically make grants up to $1,000, and may consider applications up to $3,000 with a view to supporting only part of an application.

Does not fund individuals or organisations that do not have charitable status.

Contact Kim McGettigan, Admin Officer 
0278569752
info@topsouthfoundation.org.nz]]> 2023-04-22 01:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563742228 Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa Funding EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563751696 Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa provides funding for the delivery of activities for children and young people. Activities can be new or existing, and your application needs to show how you’re meeting the needs of young people.

Sport Tasman is proud to be managing Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa on behalf of Sport NZ in Te Tau Ihu – Top of the South. 

Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa provides funding for programmes or projects delivering play, active recreation and sport experiences for tamariki and rangatahi. 

We know from research that there are some groups who are more at risk of missing out or being less active, including those living with a disability, in higher deprivation communities and girls and young women. Programmes or projects that reach these groups will be prioritised for funding.

https://www.sporttasman.org.nz/Funding/Tu-Manawa-1


]]> 2023-04-22 01:49:57 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563751696 Trees That Count EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563765616 2023-04-22 02:30:18 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563765616 DOC community Fund EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563767446 2023-04-22 02:35:31 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563767446 Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563769017 The Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme exists to help provide relatively small levels of funding for ongoing projects or pilot programmes with clear conservation value.

​Small grants will be awarded up to a maximum of NZD$5,000. However, in most cases, successful grants will be in the region of NZD$2,000 - $4,000. The amount applied for through the programme should represent a minimum of 25% of the project's overall budget.

]]> 2023-04-22 02:40:00 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2563769017 One Forty One EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2581305142 Communities are flexible, and so is our grant program. If your community group is from an area where we operate, you can approach us directly for grants of up to $5,000 via the online application portal. We accept applications all year round and review applications as they are received.

In New Zealand we work in the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough regions, located at the top of the South Island.

They Fund
PEOPLE Promoting individual and community wellbeing and safety
IDEAS Contributing to culturally vibrant and sustainable communities.
NATURE Rejuvenating our natural environment.
EDUCATION Supporting education and training.]]> 2023-05-08 02:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2581305142 The Port Marlborough Sounds Discovery Fund EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2582898155 If your school would like to apply for funding for the 2022/2023 Port Marlborough Sounds Discovery Fund, which is allocated at our discretion for any Marlborough Sounds based educational experience taking place from July 2022 – June 2023 please email our Communications Manager Connie Smith at connie.smith@pmnz.co.nz ]]> 2023-05-09 01:19:37 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2582898155 Marlborough District Council Community Grants EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2592206077
Council will consider requests for funding from community organisations providing services in the following categories (in no order of priority):

  • Arts & Culture
  • Community Welfare and Social Services
  • Heritage
  • Sport and Recreation

Applications close 14 August 2023
]]> 2023-05-16 02:13:12 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2592206077 Funding/Grants closing dates EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593937392 2023-05-17 01:45:40 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593937392 Generosity New Zealand EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593964960 Generosity NZ is the largest digital search facility for funding information in Aotearoa. Generosity do not administer funds themselves, they simply provide access to extensive opportunities offered throughout New Zealand.

Generosity is a social enterprise that operates on a cost recovery model so, in order to access the givME and givUS platforms,  subscription is required. However Marlborough District Council purchased the platforms for their ratepayers and they can be accessed through the Marlborough District Libraries website (About the library > Community > Grants and Scholarships > Create a login). You will need your library card number and pin number prior to creating a login. 

https://www.marlboroughlibraries.govt.nz/about-the-library/community/grants-and-scholarships ]]> 2023-05-17 02:05:44 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593964960 Fundraising Ideas EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593977942 Fundraising is a hard task in itself, finding ways of fundraising that doesn’t create truckloads of waste is harder again.

Selling cheap trinkets for your school’s fundraiser or boxes of plastic wrapped chocolate creates a lot of landfill waste. Eco-friendly fundraising can be just as successful, with less consumerism and impact on the planet.

So, how do you earning money for your school, kindergarten, daycare or charity group while staying kind to the planet?

Below we have created a fantastic list of New Zealand businesses that have created fundraising opportunities through buying their products, plus other amazing ideas for fundraising.

]]> 2023-05-17 02:14:49 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593977942 Fundraising ideas and sustainable events - Enviroschools EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593979449 2023-05-17 02:15:55 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2593979449 Paper4Trees EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2602541340 We encourage schools to recycle their paper and cardboard by providing 30 litre classroom recycling bins (free of charge) for every room that generates paper and cardboard waste.
As an incentive to divert as much paper and cardboard from landfill as possible, we reward each school with one native tree/plant for every two cubic metres of paper and cardboard recycled. ]]> 2023-05-24 02:23:55 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2602541340 Daltons Sunflower Competition EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2655793449 Since its inception in 2013, thousands of Kindergarten children nationwide have taken part in the Daltons Sunflowers in Kindergartens Project that encourages Kindy kids to become the next generation of gardeners. It will be stem again stem, flower against flower, as the Kindergartens compete regionally to grow the tallest, or widest, sunflower - whilst learning gardening skills for life. ]]> 2023-08-04 01:23:22 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/2655793449 Ministry of the Environment grant overview - National EnviroschoolsMarlborough https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/3646259004 2025-10-23 00:55:57 UTC https://padlet.com/EnviroschoolsMarlborough/funding/wish/3646259004