Māori Economic Development Grants Fund 2025/26

About the fund

The fund helps whānau, hapū, iwi, mātāwaka and Māori businesses in Kāpiti with the costs of the ongoing development of Māori economic activity. A total of $80,000 is available for projects that align with the Māori Economic Development strategy. 

The fund opens on 9 February 2026 and closes 22 March 2026 at 5pm. 

How to apply

While we prefer electronic applications, hard copies will also be accepted. To apply:

• Complete the application form online by clicking the 'Fill Out Now' button above, or 
• Download the PDF form on the Māori Economic Development Grants Fund webpage, and send it back to us at:
  • Email: iwi@kapiticoast.govt.nz or
  • Post: Advisor Iwi Projects 
    Kāpiti Coast District Council 
    Private Bag 60601 
    Paraparaumu 5254

If you require any assistance in completing this form, please contact:

Advisor Iwi Projects 
Email: iwi@kapiticoast.govt.nz
Ph. 04 296 4700 or 0800 486 486                                              

If this is your first time using this system, it will require that you create an account – this will allow you to save your draft application and complete it at a time that suits you. It will also allow you to track all your previous submissions.

If you need any help with the tool – you can visit ‘Technical help guide for applications’

Contact us

If you need any help, please contact us at: iwi@kapiticoast.govt.nz or 0800 486 486.