Youth Initiatives Funding

Applicants can be Community Groups, Individuals, School Groups or Social enterprises

This fund supports activity-based projects catering to youth aged 12-25

All Council run funded or supported events are required to be promoted as“Smokefree”

Application Process

1. Submit a completed application form to the Timaru District Council before the closing date. Application forms are available from Council offices in Geraldine, Temuka, and Timaru.
2. All applications will be acknowledged in writing.
3. Applications are considered by the Youth Initiatives Subcommittee. Applicants may be invited to attend the meeting to present further information and/or clarify the application.
4. Following the meeting, you will receive a letter with the decision.
5. If you are successful the money will be paid to your bank account within 2 weeks of the meeting provided all the required banking information is included with the application.
6. Complete a project report form within 2 months of the completion of the event.

Last updated: 03 Feb 2025