Funding for Arts

The Council supports three active arts groups in Queenstown and Wanaka. Find out how to apply for funding for your own arts project.

Creative Communities Scheme

The Creative Communities Scheme works to strengthen the local art community.

How to apply for a grant

Anyone who would like to deliver public art to the Queenstown Lakes District can apply for a grant from the Creative Communities Scheme.

Fill in the application form below. 

>> Creative Communities scheme application form  

Central Lakes Arts Support Scheme

The Central Lakes Arts Support Scheme works to strengthen and enhance the local art sector. 

How to apply for a grant

Anyone with an art project that will benefit our local community can apply for a grant from Central Lakes Arts Support Scheme 

Fill in the application form below.  The committee meets a few times a year to consider applications:

>> Central Lakes Arts Support Scheme application form (pdf 115kb)

Applications for 2010 are due by 5pm on the following dates: