We've reopened all sportsgrounds. As always, please check with your school, club or sports association for any draw changes or cancellations.
We fund organisations and projects making a difference in our community. See what’s available and how to apply.
Palmerston North City Council has a good range of fund types at different levels. We grant more than $2 million a year to support individuals and community organisations to achieve your aspirations. All decisions are made in line with our Support and Funding Policy.
Browse our funding pages for full details, including successful recipients in previous years. For an overview of all community funding, see the funding options below.
Community funding options(PDF, 60KB)
If you have any questions, please contact our community funding advisor.
Phone: 06 356 8199
Email: communityfunding@pncc.govt.nz
This fund aims to remove financial barriers to enable people to be more active, more often.
Apply for funding for arts events that contribute to our goal of a creative and exciting Palmerston North.
This annual fund is designed to cover smaller, ongoing community development expenses incurred by volunteer organisations.
This fund supports the development of small-scale initiatives that make a significant contribution to community life.
Apply for funding for your community arts project.
This subscription service lists sources of funding available for individuals.
Under 40? You could be eligible to apply for up to $5,000 towards travel costs associated with an overseas project, or project within New Zealand.
This fund supports drawcard events that showcase Palmerston North as a destination.
If you or someone you know is in extreme financial distress, you may be able to seek help from the Mayoral Relief Fund.
If you're thinking about making repairs or improvements to a listed Palmerston North heritage building or object, you may be able to get financial help from Council.
Are you a local performing arts organisation looking for funding for your educational project? You could get up to $5,000 to help make it a success! Applications close at midnight 13 October 2024.
Community groups and small businesses who want to bring their green idea to life are one step closer thanks to our new contestable fund.
Do you have an idea for an activity, project or event that is going to put Palmy centre stage? Our sponsorship fund is available for initiatives that promote our city.
This fund aims to increase the potential for national sporting events to be held in Palmerston North.
This funding programme is designed to help the community sector deliver outcomes aligned with Council goals.