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New! from 21 June 2011, information about the Community Development Scheme will be located on a new website: www.communitymatters.govt.nz. The new website will be a one-stop shop where communities can access grants and Community Advisory Services information. It brings together information about all grants administered by Internal Affairs – previously this has been spread across multiple Internal Affairs websites.

Purpose

The Community Development Scheme (CDS or the Scheme) was established to support community, hapū / iwi / Māori, Pacific and ethnic groups in areas of identified need to work together in new ways, to generate their own solutions to local issues, and to become more self-reliant and resilient. The Scheme enables communities to work together in new ways, to be innovative and to determine their own development priorities to achieve sustainable community outcomes.

The scheme funds communities to employ community development project workers who work on community-driven projects over three years, enabling local people to come together, build trust and work together to find solutions to the issues they face.

Key information

In 2011, a total of $2,560,000 exclusive of GST will be invested in 32 communities around the country through the CDS.

Twelve new projects will be funded in priority territories identified for the 2011 funding round.

The 2011 funding round opens on 8 November 2010 and closes on 21 March 2011 at 4pm.*

*Following the Christchurch earthquake on 22 February, a decision has been made to delay the closing date for all Canterbury applications. A new closing date for Canterbury applications will be confirmed later and notification provided on this site.

Community development projects are funded for a three year period. Each project receives funding of $80,000 plus GST per year to cover the salary of a community development project worker and project expenses.

Funding decisions are based on outcome-based project proposals. For further details see the Guidelines for Applicants below.

Background to the scheme

Strong, sustainable communities contribute to the overall wellbeing of all New Zealanders. Shared identity, skilled leadership, capable organisations and access to adequate information and resources for all are essential building blocks for community wellbeing.

From July 2008, four schemes – the Community Development Scheme, He Ara Whakapakari Papakāinga, the Crime Prevention Scheme and the Community-based Youth Development Fund – were merged into an expanded Community Development Scheme to provide more flexible funding. The expanded scheme is based on successful elements of the previous schemes and includes the priority populations of Māori, youth at risk, and socially or geographically isolated communities.

Scheme guidelines

Priority is given to projects enabling strong communities / hapū / iwi that

seek appropriate solutions together
provide people with a sense of belonging and purpose, shared vision and common values
have capable and enterprising leadership
have proactive, inclusive organisations
are resilient and resourceful
manage their own self-determined, sustainable development.

Applicants to this scheme should demonstrate

their competence to host/manage a community or hapū / iwi development project over a period of three years
the support within their community or hapū / iwi to undertake the project proposed
a clear understanding of the project basis of this scheme and the funding available.*

* This scheme is not designed to provide for ongoing programmes, nor for the operational costs of the applicant organisation.

If the project monitoring and accountability requirements for the grant are met each year, funding for the term of the project will be continued for three years in total. Please note: a fourth year is awarded in some instances.

Funding decisions are made by the Local Government and Community Branch of the Department of Internal Affairs, based upon the recommendations of an independent community advisory panel.

Projects that are funded should enable, over time, strong, cohesive communities / hapū / iwi.

Priority territories 2011 funding round

Communities / hapū / iwi based in the priority territories for the 2011 funding round are eligible to apply. Funding is available for allocation to 12 new community-based projects from these priority territories

Districts

Wairoa
Rotorua
Waimakariri
Tasman

Provinces or Combined Districts

Waikato / Waipa / Matamata-Piako
Manawatu / Wanganui
Far North

Cities

Auckland
Christchurch

Please note: applications from communities not located within the priority territories identified above will not be considered in 2011.

Eligibility requirements

There are two types of criteria

criteria for the applicant organisation
criteria for the project proposal.

Applicant organisation eligibility criteria

To be eligible, applicants must

be a GST registered organisation, and able to provide audited accounts for the previous two years
have legal entity status
have appropriate governance and management structures and processes in place
have the capability to successfully achieve the project outcomes proposed.

Project proposal eligibility criteria

To be eligible, projects must

be based in one of the priority territories for the current funding round
be for community-driven projects
for a defined project period
be based on employing community development workers
identify the long-term outcomes for the community / hapū from the project proposed
provide a plan for the initiatives and activities in the first year to achieve progress towards the long-term outcomes
demonstrate the relevance of the project proposal to the scheme’s outcome of strong, cohesive communities / hapū, managing their own self determined and sustainable development.

For further details, please refer to the Guidelines for Applicants.

Grant recipients

Community Development Scheme Grant Recipients - current projects

Organisation	Description	Project ends
Ngāti Hine Health Trust, Te Tai Tokerau	Developing strategies for use of land, land-based employment and training opportunities.	June 2012
Manaia View School, Whangārei	Bringing local people together to improve the environment of the Raumanga community.	June 2012
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua, Kaipara	Building capacity and cooperation amongst community groups in Kaipara to create development opportunities.	June 2011
Waitakere City Council, Massey and Ranui, Waitakere	Facilitating neighbourhood development, local initiatives, strong community governance and community-based infrastructure in Massey and Ranui.	December 2011
McLaren Park and Henderson South Community Initiative, Henderson	Encouraging participation in community events, promoting youth achievement and building the capacity of local organisations.	December 2011
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi, Tauranga Moana rohe	Building a cohesive approach to leadership, sustainability and development for whānau, hapū and iwi.	December 2011
Development Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Awa rohe	Working with 22 marae to implement strategic plans, enhance infrastructure and facilitate redevelopment initiatives.	December 2011
Whakatohea Māori Trust Board, Opotiki	Building partnerships and facilitating initiatives which address local employment, social and health priorities in the community.	December 2011
Network Murupara, Whakatane	Revitalising Murupara through training, job creation and community enterprise opportunities.	June 2011
Central Plateau Rural Education Activities Programme (REAP) Inc, Taupo District	Developing local strategies and solutions to issues faced by youth in the Taupo, Turangi and Mangakino communities.	December 2011
Te Kapa Haka o Whāngārā Mai Tawhiti Trust, Gisborne District	Building and enhancing the physical, cultural, intellectual and economic assets and capital of Ngāti Konohi.	August 2012
Tui Ora Ltd, Waitara, New Plymouth District	Developing community strengths and values, reducing crime and identifying sustainable solutions to community issues in Waitara.	December 2011
Hastings District Council, Flaxmere	Supporting Flaxmere to become a vibrant place, where people are connected and work together to achieve priorities.	July 2012
Rangitâne o Tamaki Nui-a-rua Inc, Tararua	Promoting cultural knowledge, skills and social connectedness, and supporting hapû/whânau to develop opportunities in response to the impacts of economic change.	December 2011
Rangitîkei District Council, Marton	Assisting the diverse communities and sectors of Marton to identify their priorities and work together to meet their changing needs.	July 2012
Rangitâne o Wairarapa, Masterton	Encouraging whânau to live in the rohe and to develop social, cultural, educational and economic opportunities.	May 2011
ChangeMakers Refugee Forum, Hutt Valley	Developing social and educational activities, and supporting community-led development in refugee and new settler communities.	May 2011
Karamea Community Business Ltd, Karamea, Buller District	Building environmental and economic sustainability to achieve an inclusive, self-supporting community culture in Karamea.	December 2011
Aranui Community Trust Inc, Christchurch	Building an engaged and sustainable community through skills development, improving the local environment and community events.	June 2011
Presbyterian Support (Upper South Island), Selwyn	Increasing community connectedness and participation, and developing infrastructure to support and serve communities.	December 2011
Ashburton Safer Community Council, Ashburton	Developing services, programmes and initiatives that build the capacity of community groups, ethnic and new settler communities.	May 2011
Nga Kete Mâtauranga Pounamu Trust, Queenstown	Facilitating development opportunities for whânau/hapû and building the capacity, identity and sustainability of the Mâori community.	December 2011
Central Otago Rural Education Activities Programme (REAP) Inc, Maniototo Valley	Facilitating sustainable economic, cultural and social development strategies for rural communities.	July 2012
Hokonui Rûnanga Incorporated, Hokonui rohe	Developing governance and leadership skills with hapû/whânau, and economic opportunities and partnerships in Southland.	July 2012
Wellington Boys and Girls Institute Incorporation	Support youth to actively engage in their own development initiatives and to achieve their potential.	June 2013
Central Hawke's Bay District Council	Support local hapū to implement their development plans and facilitating district wide planning and strategies for positive ageing and community and economic development.	June 2013
Waihi Community Resource Centre	Developing greater capacity and self confidence for individuals, whānau and the community of Waihi, particularly those who are disempowered and marginalised.	June 2013
Manukau Community Foundation	Youth are supported to develop strategies and find solutions for positive development.	June 2013
North Shore Community and Social Services Inc	To develop an appropriate network for community and social services to meet local needs and benefit people in local communities.	June 2013

Case stories

This collection of case stories profiles Community Development Scheme projects from previous funding rounds. Each story features background information on the CDS, and also provides an overview of the project and its goals.

Kaitangata and District Promotions, Clutha District 593k* (.pdf)
K’aute Pasifika Trust, Hamilton City 564k* (.pdf)
Ngai Tamanuhiri Whanui Charitable Trust, Gisborne District 595k* (.pdf)

*This document is in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format. You need to have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. You can download a free version from the Adobe website.

How to apply

The 2011 funding round closes on 21 March 2011 at 4pm.*

Following the Christchurch earthquake on 22 February, a decision has been made to delay the closing date for all Canterbury applications. Canterbury applications will now close on Wednesday 27 April 2011.

Application Form 542k (.doc)

Please note: faxed, emailed, incomplete or late applications will not be considered. All applications must be received by the closing date in Wellington. Do not deliver or send your application to a regional office of the Local Government and Community Branch of the Department of Internal Affairs.

Guidelines for Applicants 367k (.doc)

These guidelines are to be used when filling out the Application Form.

For further information, please phone 0800 824 824 (between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday).or contact the nearest office of the Local Government and Community Branch of the Department of Internal Affairs.

Increase in Goods and Services Tax (GST)

From 1 October 2010 GST will increase from 12.5 per cent to 15 per cent on the sale of all goods and services in New Zealand not specifically exempt from GST.

Information in all grant applications must be based on the new GST rate of 15 per cent.

Grant applicants not registered for GST are advised to build the 2.5 per cent GST increase into their budgets when making applications.

Contact details

Community Development Scheme
Crown Funding and Trusts Team
Local Government and Community Branch
The Department of Internal Affairs
PO Box 805
Wellington 6140

Physical address
The Department of Internal Affairs
46 Waring Taylor Street
Wellington 6011

Freephone: 0800 824 824 (between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday) or contact the nearest office of the Local Government and Community Branch of The Department of Internal Affairs.

The Department of Internal Affairs

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