Te Māhuri o te Taiao
Te Māhuri o te Taiao is a fund led by a panel of seven rangatahi who represent different rohe in Northern Kaipara. These rangatahi have been selected by their Iwi leaders of Te Roroa, Ngāti Whātua and Te Uri o Hau to invest in our Taiao. This is a participatory grant-making initiative supported by Foundation North, SkyCity Community Trust and Clare Foundation.
Key Details
- The fund opens: 16 September 2024
- The fund closes: 16 October 2024
- You will be notified about a decision by: End November 2024 - Early December 2024
- Total funds available: $200,000
- Grants to a maximum of $30,000
About the Fund
“Our vision is to support our whānaunga in the Kaipara through a Te Ao Māori lens, learning new things to deepen understanding of our relationship with Taiao, ensuring the health, wealth, and wellbeing of both whānau and Taiao thrive for future generations to maintain and enjoy."
Taiao ka puāwai - Whānau ka puāwai
“He pihinga i te onemata, ka puāwai | A seedling that is planted in fertile soil will thrive.”
Our Values are:
- Grounded in local knowledge and actively engaged in the community
- Advocates for climate change action
- Committed to creativity
- Embracing Whakapapa
- Focused on adaptation
- Collaborative and empowering youth leaders
- Cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset
- Upholding Mātauranga Māori
- Promoting self-determined wellness
Fund Criteria
Applicants can apply for up to $30,000 in funding for their project.
Projects must demonstrate that they are rangatahi-focused (aged 16 – 25 Years) and support regenerative environmental practices and climate action.
Projects must benefit the Kaipara regions and take place within the boundaries of Waimamaku (North), Tangiteroria (East), Oruawharo (South), and the West Coast.
To be considered for funding, your project must demonstrate alignment with at least one of the following focus areas:
- Revitalisation of Taiao such as Native birds, Plants, Ngāngara & Waterways (clean drinking and safe to swim in)
- Build & nurture local Rangatahi Leadership in Mātauranga Māori, invests in their knowledge and passion in the Taiao in their community
- Understanding the relationships between Mātauranga Māori and the Protection & Preservation of Taiao
- Amplifying Te Ao Māori as the norm in shaping our futures.
Have more questions? Reach out to our funding support team on 0800 272 878 for further guidance.
