The Creative Communities Fund supports and encourages arts activities within the Mackenzie District.
The first Creative NZ Mackenzie District funding round for 2025/2026 is open, closing 5:00pm on Wednesday 27 August 2025.
We want to widen the scope and variety of community arts projects supported for our community.
We would love to hear if:
- You have an idea for a diverse art or cultural project
- You seek to engage young people in the arts
- Your project encourages community participation in arts and culture
Any questions? Contact Jean Proctor, Community Advisor on 027 269 0217 or grants@mackenzie.govt.nz
Further details, and an online application form is at: mackenzie.govt.nz > Community Grants and Scholarships > Creative Communities Scheme
Find out more, and apply here.
Students attending a wool dying workshop run by Fairlie Creative Fibre. This workshop received a Creative Communities grant of $347 from the Mackenzie District Council towards expenses. The eight people who attended got to take home some bright, hand-dyed wool to knit up for their families.
