Initiated in 1990 to provide an opportunity for women to offer support to activities and projects for Maori women in the Wellington region, this fund was started at a time when the YWCA of Aotearoa New Zealand was beginning to take notice of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and what it could do to work in the spirit of Te Tiriti, and support Maori women.
It is designed to be a practical way for all Wellington women to demonstrate commitment to partnership under the Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The fund was established with donations from individuals and organisations and is kept solely for the purpose of assisting Maori womens’ projects. The YWCA of Greater Wellington voluntarily administers the fund and the committee of women who make the funding allocations.
Criteria
- Groups and/or organisations from the Wellington region, covering Wellington city, Porirua, Hutt Valley, Wainuiomata and Plimmerton are eligible to apply.
- Priority is given to Maori women’s group projects, programmes and activities which have community benefit. Individual projects are not funded.
- Groups and/or organisations may only apply to the Fund once per calendar year.
- Applications should be for amounts between $200 and $500. Applications exceeding these amounts will be considered, but highly unlikely to be accepted. Applications for amounts over $500 are dependent on the number of applications received in that year. The total funding pool allocated across all applications is around $1,500 per year.
- Applications for buildings and/or redevelopment, overseas travel, and food costs will not be accepted.
- Recipients are to provide a written report on how the funding was used within 12 months of receiving the grant. If reports are not received, the organisation will be ineligible to re-apply for further funding from the Maori Women’s Transfer Fund.
How to apply
Applicants must fill in and return the application form with the following attachments:
- Full budget for the project/programme, outlining the item/s which the MWTF grant will be used
- Evidence of a bank account number and/or bank deposit slip.
Applications from organisations require the following documentation to support their applications:
- Last audited accounts (most recent year if available)
- Certification of Incorporation (if your organisation is incorporated)
- Evidence of charitable status (such as a copy of your Charities Commission registration)
Optional supporting information, which might include an annual report, photos that might help with describing the project/programme, CV of project/programme participants is also welcome.
The completed application form must be signed and dated, attached with any attachments and posted to the YWCA of Greater Wellington to be received before the funding round dates, 31 May and 31 October each year.
Past grants
Past grant recipients for the Maori Womens’ Transfer Fund
Funding Rounds
Applications are assessed twice a year on 31 May and 31 October. Meetings are scheduled for 2-3 weeks after the closing date.
Funding Pool
Applications should be for amounts between $200 and $500. Applications exceeding these amounts will be considered, but highly unlikely to be accepted. Applications for amounts over $500 are dependent on the number of applications received in that year. The total funding pool allocated across all applications is around $1,500 per year.
Decisions and reporting
Outcomes of the applications are made 14 to 21 days after the closing date by the Maori Womens’ Transfer Fund Committee and all applicants will be notified by email. Successful applicants will be required to complete and return a grant report within 12 months of receiving any funding. Failing to complete this form may mean you will be ineligible to apply for future grants.
Contact us to discuss applications for this fund.
