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Over $139,000 in grants supported 41 local projects/groups in Māngere Ōtāhuhu last year, and the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board is here for those who step up for their neighbourhood. Got an idea? Apply for a local grant.
Applications are open now until 1 August 2025 for projects starting after 1 October 2025.
A key change this year is that there’s no set limit on how much funding you can apply for. The board will consider each application and decide how much they can contribute, based on their available budget. Applicants are also encouraged to explore other funding opportunities to support their projects.
“We’re proud to stand alongside the incredible community groups who work hard to uplift and support the people of Māngere-Ōtāhuhu.
“Even with tighter budgets, our commitment remains strong - to back projects that reflect our values, celebrate our diversity, and create meaningful, lasting change for everyone in our community. If your project brings people together and builds a better Māngere-Ōtāhuhu, we encourage you to apply,” says board chair Tauanu’u Nick Bakulich.
How to apply for the local board grant
- The board’s first round of the 2025/2026 is open. Apply here.
- The deadline is 1 August 2025, with allocations decided or confirmed on 17 September 2025, for projects starting after 1 October 2025.
Local Grants programme [997KB] will be available three times this year to support arts, community, environment, events, heritage and sports and recreation groups.
Higher priorities for funding
- economic development in town centres and strengthening their role as community hubs
- community empowerment and capacity building
- local events and activations in town centres and beautification projects
- free or low-cost business workshops and mentoring for business associations
- building kai resilience around the town centres
- waste education, minimisation, and food scraps/garden programmes
- pest plant and animal control to protect biodiversity
- stream restoration and water quality improvements
- costs for environmental projects and tree planting
- youth leadership and employment opportunities
- boosting digital skills, access, and abilities
- celebrating cultural diversity
- promoting walking, cycling, and public transport for better health and lower emissions
- tackling illegal dumping and antisocial behaviour
- supporting local safety and crime prevention initiatives.
A few of 24/25 local grant recipients include:
- Life Education Trust delivering health programs to local schools from 27 January 2025 to 11 April 2025
- Youthline Auckland Charitable Trust, contribution of annual costs to supervise and train Youthline volunteers to back young people all year round
- Ōtāhuhu Softball Club, supporting gear, BBQ, and catering for their annual “Give Softball A Go” event.
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