Local community groups can apply for grants for special events held in certain Council-owned venues.
The grants are only available in the following venues:
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Wellington Town Hall
- TSB Bank Arena (previously known as The Events Centre)
Value
$45,000 per annum. Applications are considered monthly throughout the year, subject to availability of funds. Grants cannot be confirmed for the next financial year in advance, until the Annual Plan has been approved.
Purpose
To increase the accessibility of Wellington Convention Centre facilities for Wellington-based community groups. Venue grants support free or low-cost events with wide community benefits.
Priority will be given to groups that:
- are a Wellington based not-for-profit community group
- have not received other funding from the Council for the same purpose
- show evidence of financial need.
Projects that will be considered:
- free or low-cost events that are open to the public and clearly benefit the Wellington public
- events that meet the general grants criteria and support at least one of the Council’s cultural, economic, environmental or social strategic outcomes.
The following will not normally be considered:
- catering costs
- social functions
- fundraisers
- events where primarily purpose is religious ministry or political lobbying.
How to Apply
Contact the Wellington Convention Centre to reserve your dates and secure a quote. Post or email a completed application form to the Grants Advisor at the Council. Applications are considered at the end of each month and will be responded to by the second week of the following month.
Venue grant application form (237Kb Doc)
More Information
Wellington Convention Centre
| Phone: | (04) 801 4231 |
| Email: | wellingtonconventioncentre@wcc.govt.nz |
Grants Advisor
| Phone: | (04) 801 3158 |
| Email: | grants@wcc.govt.nz |
Related Links
Department Details:
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