Funding Information

• This year, organisations can apply for funding between $5,000 - $10,000.

What type of funding can you apply for?

• Organisations can apply for funding to support one or more of the following:
  • Programme costs
    • A component of the broader work provided by an organisation, generally with a specific, targeted impact.
  • Project costs
    • Time-bound, one-off activities that have a clear budget and deliverables
  • Operational costs
    • The core costs associated with the ongoing operations of an organisation, programme, or initiative
  • Social enterprise models
    • A commercial venture, established by a charitable organisation, to support its mission and move the organisation toward financial sustainability. Funds can be used for the associated operational costs but are not to be taken for private benefit.

Eligibility Criteria

• To be eligible for funding, organisations must meet the below criteria:
  • Localised Benefit
    • Funds are allocated per their area of origin. The geographic boundaries are in keeping with the Regional Tourism Organisation’s operating boundaries. Love Queenstown exclusively serves the Queenstown region, including the Cardrona Saddle to the North, Kingston to the South, as well as Frankton, Arrowtown, Glenorchy and Gibbston. Funded projects or organizations must create benefit within this geographical area.
  • Charitable Registration
    • To be eligible for funding, your organisation and/or initiative must be a registered charitable entity and demonstrate both charitable intent and public benefit. Funding cannot be used to further the private financial interest of individuals or other non-charitable organisations.
  • Environmental Impact
    • To be eligible for funding, your organisation and/or initiative must demonstrate how it will benefit localised climate, conservation, or biodiversity action. This includes, but is not limited to: native revegetation efforts, biodiversity enhancement projects, pest and exotics control, waterway health and protection initiatives, waste minimisation efforts, and more.

For more information, visit Love Queenstown.

https://www.loveqt.co.nz/funding-community-support/funding-information