What We Fund

Our funding focuses on empowering our communities to fulfil their aspirations. 

To support this and work towards a thriving south, we have three strategic pou which represent our funding areas: 

Strong Foundations 
Tūāpapa Torokaha

Enabling the conditions for our communities to thrive. This includes the following priority areas

• Housing
• Transport
• Learning & Insights
• Mana Motuhake - self determination
• Economic & Workforce Development

People & Places 
Toitū Te Tangata, Toitū Te Whenua 

Supporting people and places which enhance communities so that all people can lead fulfilling lives. This includes the following priority areas: 

• Healthy & Happy
• Basic Needs are Met
• Vibrant Spaces & Places
• Community Connectedness
• Whakapapa - Genealogy & cultural Identity 

Sustainability & Climate
Toitūtanga me te Āhuarangi

Supporting communities to connect to their environment so that it can thrive for future generations. This includes: 

• Carbon Zero Future
• Restoration & Protection 
• Food Sovereignty