Foundation North

05/10/2026

Unsure if you’re eligible for Foundation North funding?

Before starting the grant application process, it’s a good idea to make sure your organisation or project is eligible for Foundation North funding.

You can find eligibility information in the ‘Getting Started’ section of our website
https://www.foundationnorth.org.nz/funding

04/10/2026

Ni sa bula vinaka! It’s Macawa ni Vosa vakaViti – Fijian Language Week

This year, the theme for Fijian Language Week is Na noqu vosa me tekivu mai vale ka me'u na vosataka e na veisiga - My language starts at home and I need to speak it every day.

Celebrate Fijian language and culture this week with free resources over on the Ministry for Pacific Peoples website.

02/10/2026

'Inasi Fund applications are closing soon - Monday 5 October 2026! Get your applications in.

Have an idea that could make a difference for our Pasifika people with disabilities across the Auckland and Northland regions.? We’d love to hear it.

Find out more and apply via our Le Va website: www.leva.co.nz/scholarships-funding/inasi-fund/

01/10/2026

The Foundation North Funding Support team are excited to connect with groups and organisations from the Tāmaki region at our AWHI sessions coming up on Wednesday 21 October at Allendale House!

AWHI sessions are a space for you to discuss all things Foundation North funding, have your questions answered, or simply receive feedback from a member of our Funding Support team on the mahi you’re doing or aspire to do.

Wherever you are in your funding or grant application journey, the team are keen to connect with you over a 40-minute cuppa-and-kōrero – session times fill up fast, click the link below to register now and secure your spot!

https://www.foundationnorth.org.nz/funding/funding-events/event/awhi-funding-sessions-october

28/09/2026

What Foundation North grants can you apply for?

We have two funding pathways that are open all year, and that you can apply for online at any time:

- Quick Response Grants for requests up to $25,000
- Community Grants for requests over $25,000

Throughout the year, we also offer specific funds that are available for fixed periods of time. You can find a list of open funds in the ‘Getting Started’ section of our website, alongside further information about each pathway and how to apply.

Learn more about Foundation North funding pathways by clicking the link below. https://www.foundationnorth.org.nz/funding

27/09/2026

Talofa & happy Vaiaso o te 'Gana Tuvalu – Tuvalu Language Week!

The theme for Tuvalu Language Week this year is 'Tuvalu, alofa ki tou fakavae, kae teugina tou iloga i tau kete fai malaga. - Tuvalu, cherish your foundation, and carry your identity along your journey.'

Head over to the Ministry for Pacific Peoples website for easy-to-use language resources and events taking place across the motu celebrating the Tuvalu language! https://www.mpp.govt.nz/programmes-and-funding/pacific-languages/pacific-language-weeks/tuvalu-language-week/

22/09/2026

Te Māhuri o te Taiao fund is now OPEN!!! 💚🌍👇🔥
This $150,000 fund is led by a panel of six rangatahi representing different rohe in Northern and Central Kaipara, who have been selected by their Iwi leaders of Te Roroa, Ngāti Whātua and Te Uri o Hau to invest in our Taiao.
We are proud to support this round of funding with Clare Foundation.

Got pātai about the fund? there's an online Fund Information Session & Q&A next Monday 28 September from 6:30pm - 7:30pm.

This webinar, hosted by the rangatahi panel, is an opportunity to:

Learn about the fund and eligibility criteria
Preparing your application
Ask questions about the application process
Connect with the Te Māhuri o te Taiao team

Click here to register https://events.humanitix.com/te-mahuri-o-te-taiao-fund-applicant-q-and-a

21/09/2026

Auckland North Community and Development - ANCAD are pleased to invite you to take part in TALANOA TUPUAGA Ōtara-Papatoetoe – Pacific Capability Incubator Series, a free six-week capability-building programme designed to support Pacific community organisations, groups, churches, social enterprises and emerging initiatives in Ōtara-Papatoetoe.

The programme provides a practical and supportive space to strengthen your organisation, build confidence and develop the tools needed to grow and create sustainable impact.

Across the six weeks, participants will explore:

• Governance and legal structure
• Strategic planning
• Funding readiness
• Finance and accountability
• Communications and promotion
• Opportunities to talanoa, connect, share and learn with other Pacific community leaders

The programme will be facilitated and mentored by Clark Tuagalu, a respected Pacific educator, community leader and capability builder with more than 25 years’ experience across education, health and grassroots leadership.

Programme details:
• Dates: Tuesday 22 September – Tuesday 27 October 2026
• Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
• Location: Ōtara Scorpions Rugby League Club, 100 Otara Road, Ōtara
• Cost: FREE – fully funded
• Places: Limited to 20 Pacific community leaders

The programme will conclude with a Final Showcase on Tuesday 3 November 2026, providing an opportunity to celebrate your learning, progress and the work of participating organisations.

If you, or someone in your network, is part of an emerging Pacific community organisation or initiative in Ōtara-Papatoetoe, we encourage you to register via the link below!

TALANOA TUPUAGA Ōtara-Papatoetoe - Pacific Capability Incubator Series. Lead your organisation with strength, culture, and confidence, in just 6 weeks.

21/09/2026

A big mihi to all of the community organisations, fellow funders and other friends who joined our online space for the Foundation's Annual Public Meeting on 10 September. Our Chair Philip Crump and CEO Dylan Lawrence were delighted to present the annual financial report and respond to your questions.

Watch the recording on our website:
https://www.foundationnorth.org.nz/news-and-reports/article/watch-the-recording-of-our-2026-annual-public-meeting

18/09/2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori might be wrapping up, but the kōrero doesn’t have to. Next time you’re grabbing a coffee, give ordering in te reo Māori a go!
Check out the resource below for some handy phrases to get you started.