Events and Festivals Fund
Purpose
Festivals and events play an important role in the colour and vitality of Christchurch.
The Christchurch City Council plays a significant role in the development, support and provision of events in the City including sponsorship and grants for events and festivals in Christchurch.
In December 2006 the Christchurch Events Strategy 2007-2017 was developed, providing a framework of using community and major events to contribute towards Community Outcomes and Council Strategic Directions as outlined in the Long Term Council Community Plan.
Criteria
Each event fund has its own criteria to meet.
Applications are invited for icon / major / metropolitan community / and small community events.
- Event and Festivals Funding Overview [PDF 136KB]
How to apply
To apply for Council event funding you must submit a sponsorship proposal outlining how your event fits the criteria outlined along with your application form.
- Event and Festivals Funding Framework [PDF 134KB]
- Event and Festivals Funding Application Form [PDF 133KB]
Submit your application to:
Events and Festivals Fund
PO Box 237
Christchurch 8140
Closing date
Closing dates for application submissions for the Events and Festivals Fund is 20 March 2010.
Further information
Events Development Manager
Phone: (03) 941 8999
Email: eventsdevelopmentteam@ccc.govt.nz
Authorising Unit: Marketing
Last reviewed: Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Next review: Tuesday, March 30, 2010
