Community groups and organisations looking for funding are invited to attend a clinic taking place at the Lake Wānaka Centre tomorrow (Wednesday April 16).

The joint funding clinic will feature a range of major local funders including Otago Community Trust, Central Lakes Trust, Queenstown Lakes District Council, Sport Central, and more.

At both clinics attendees will have the chance to meet with local funders, explore grant options, and gain valuable insights into securing financial support for community projects, Central Lakes Trust grants manager Mat Begg said.

It is a rare opportunity to meet with representatives from so many different funders, he added.

“Coming along means you can find out what each agency funds,” Matt said. “What one agency may not fund, another could.”

“It is a really good way to understand where your community group sits in terms of gaining funding for your community activity.”

Mat said the benefits of the clinics also go beyond funding.

“These funding clinics are a fantastic opportunity not only for grant seekers to connect with funders but also for local organisations to network and find ways to support each other.”

The Wānaka clinic is fourth in a series that have been scheduled for 2025, with each session including funders that support initiatives in the specific area. 

The events aim to make the funding process more accessible and foster stronger connections within the community.

Head along to the Wānaka clinic from 1pm-3pm at the Lake Wānaka Centre Wednesday April 16.

More clinics will take place throughout the year, with the next local clinic scheduled at the Lake Hāwea Community Centre on July 24.

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