This fund was set up to provide opportunities to National and South Island sporting events.
The Small Sports Events Fund is open for events held between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024.
Please read through the criteria before applying as there have been some changes to this fund for 2023.
For any queries email eventsfunding@ccc.govt.nz.
Applications are open until 11.59pm Sunday 11 June 2023.
Sporting events bring participants from around New Zealand to Christchurch and provide opportunities for local sporting bodies to strengthen and develop their sport in Christchurch.
The Small Sports Events Fund is open to sports associations, clubs or event managers who may make more than one application per funding round as long as each application is for a separate event.
Successful events will clearly demonstrate their contribution to the Council funding outcomes and priorities. Organisations must be able to demonstrate their ability to contribute towards their event and not rely on Council funding as their sole source of income.
Previously the Small Sports Events Fund could support event organisers with funding up to a maximum of $2,000 per event. This is currently under review and may change, given this please ensure your funding requests reflect the level of funding you require.
A full event budget will be required with your funding application. The budget will need to outline all event expenses and income.
Budget information should be based on quotes from suppliers you intend to use. You will be able to attach the budget within the funding application.
By applying for Small Sports Events Funding you will be agreeing to the terms and conditions [PDF, 33 KB]associated with this fund.
If you have an event you would like to discuss further please feel free to contact the Sports Promotions & Events Advisor by email eventsfunding@ccc.govt.nz or phone 03 941 8999.
Minimum requirements
Preference will be given to events that meet the following criteria: