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Creative New Zealand Creative Impact Fund
Creative New Zealand
Applications
Opens 16 Aug 2026
Check the official funder page before applying.
What it supports
Funding for artists and practitioners to create, share and present work that enriches audiences and encourages understanding and participation.
Funding
Applicants may request up to $125,000. Published tiers are up to $50,000 and $50,000 to $125,000; most grants are expected to be below $100,000.
Timing
Opens 16 Aug 2026.
Closes 17 Sept 2026.
- Creative Impact Fund 2026 - Round 2 — closes 17 Sept 2026
Who can apply
Individual artist or practitioner, Group of collaborators
- • Open to: Individual artist or practitioner
- • Open to: Group of collaborators
- • Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.
- • For requests above $50,000, the budget must show income from other sources.
- • A detailed viable budget and support material are required.
Geography
Available nationwide.
Areas noted by the funder: Nationwide