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Grants Available for Visual Arts & Science & Technology

Earle Creativity Trust

Manawatū-Whanganui
Funding & Grants
Digital & Technology
July 06, 2026

Mō mātou | About us

Established by Richard and Mary Earle, the Earle Creativity Trust is about nurturing innovative ideas and talent within Manawatū and Rangitīkei region, helping fund specific local projects within the arts and technical sciences.  The Trust provides funding for Visual Arts and Science & Technology $50,000 in even years and Music and Literature & History $50,000 in odd years. Minimum grant is usually $5,000.

Mō tēnei arawātea | About this opportunity

Grants are awarded to projects which meet the Trust’s objectives of funding projects demonstrating creativity and innovation, and of practical relevance and benefit to the Manawatū and Rangitīkei region.

Grant in Visual Arts $50,000  (Min Grant $5,000)

Grants in Science & Technology $50,000  (Min Grant $5,000)

For more information about the Trusts eligibility criteria and how to apply go to www.earletrust.org.nz.

Grants for Literature & History and Music in 2027.

Me pēhea te tuku tono |
How to apply

Applications must be completed online through the Earle Creativity Trust website www.earletrust.org.nz/how-to-apply

Applications close 5pm the first Monday of September.

 Successful applicants will be notified in November. 

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