Creative communities scheme funding applications due 30 May

Community groups in the Taupo District with an arts focus are being reminded to get their creative funding applications in by Friday 30 May 4pm.

Around $26,000 is being allocated for distribution to local groups in the latest funding round. Annual funding for the scheme of around $40,000 is provided by Taupo District Council and Creative New Zealand. An assessment committee from the Taupo Community Arts Council is responsible for assessing the applications.

To qualify for the funding projects need to have an arts and/or cultural focus, take place in the Taupo District Council area and benefit local communities by increasing participation in the arts, widening the range and diversity of local arts, or enhancing and strengthening the local arts sector.

Taupo District Councillor Andrew Welch, Chairman of Creative Taupo (Taupo Community Arts Council) said that time was running out for groups to get their funding applications into Council.

“Projects can include everything from events and festivals, seminars, workshop, dance activities or funding for art materials needed for an event or activity so get an application form and give it a go,” he said.

Individuals that are striving for excellence in the arts with a particular project that involves community participation will also be considered.

Application forms are available from Taupo District Council offices in Taupo, Turangi and Mangakino. Applications close on 30 May at 4pm, with the next funding round in October. Anyone wanting more information should contact Taupo District Council on 376 0899.