Funding for youth-led ideas

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We have funds that support youth-led initiatives. These funds help rangatahi (young people) aged 12–24 lead projects, events or activities that increase youth participation in arts, sports, learning and community life.

Young people are supported to design ideas, make decisions and lead delivery, with adults collaborating and enabling along the way.

Youth-led initiatives fund

We have funding to help rangatahi aged 12–24 bring their ideas to life.

It supports youth-led projects, events, and activities that get young people involved in arts, sport, learning, and community life. Rangatahi lead the ideas and decisions, with adults supporting along the way.

To apply, your project must:

  • Benefit young people aged 12–24 in Palmerston North.
  • Be a youth-led initiative.
  • Be led by young people and supported by a registered local community group or organisation.

This is your chance to turn your ideas into action, try new things, and make a difference in Palmerston North. Whether it’s a workshop, a sports event, an arts project, or something totally new, the fund gives you the support to make it happen.

The fund will be open for applications from 30 March to 10 May 2026.

Youth Council Scholarships Fund

This fund is for young people who show one or more of these qualities:

  • Strong involvement in sports, arts, community activities, or academics.
  • A proven contribution to Palmerston North through active participation and leadership.
  • Motivation and potential for growth, with a desire to learn new skills and take on responsibilities.

Applicants must live within the Palmerston North city boundaries and be aged 12-24 years at the time of application.

The fund will be open for applications from 30 March to 10 May 2026.

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