Regional Historic Heritage Fund applications are now open

Do you have a historic heritage project that needs funding? The Auckland Council Regional Historicheritage grant programme will open for applications on Monday 6 March, and will close at 10pm onFriday 7 April 2017.

Individual private owners, iwi or Māori groups, community groups, trusts and other organisations are invited to apply for a grant of up to $20,000. You can get financial help for projects which promote the conservation, protection and restoration of significant heritage places, structures, archaeological sites, and sites of cultural and spiritual significance. Scheduled historic heritage places will be prioritised through this grant scheme.

You can apply for a grant to support a range of projects, including:

„ Protection or enhancement of the structural integrity of buildings or historic land

„ Restoration of heritage features, including landscaping

„ Maintenance and repair of historic heritage places

„ Kaitiakitanga of Māori cultural heritage

„ Enabling public access & providing public information

 

If you are interested in hearing more, please have a look at our website Auckland Council.

Auckland Council staff are available to assist with the funding application process, please emailenvironmentalfunding@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz to book an appointment with a grants advisor.

Regards,

The Environmental Grants Team