Get your application in for Creative Communities Scheme by 29 May

Community groups in the Taupo District with an arts focus are being encouraged to get their creative funding applications in by 4.00pm Friday 29 May.

Around $26,000 is being allocated for distribution to local groups in the latest funding round, kindly provided by Taupo District Council and Creative New Zealand.

To qualify for the funding, projects need to have an arts 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.

Councillor Andrew Welch says there are a wide range of activities that will be considered. “Projects can include everything from events and festivals, seminars, workshop, dance activities or funding for art materials needed for an event, so why not have a go and put in an application.”

“Individuals striving for excellence in the arts with a particular project that involves community participation, will also be considered,” he said.

Application forms are available from Taupo District Council offices and District libraries. Applications close at 4.00pm on 29 May. An assessment committee from Creative Taupo is responsible for assessing the applications. The second funding round for the year will be in October.