The Helping Hands Grants are a grants programme from National Services Te Paerangi that aims to help small museums carry out their responsibilities.
This grant is for small museums that rely solely or in part on volunteers to operate.
Who can apply?
This grant is for museums only that rely solely or in part on volunteers to operate and do not receive substantial operational local body funding.
What can the grant be used for?
This grant can be used to support projects, information, services, or materials that help the museum to carry out its responsibilities. These responsibilities may include:
• purchasing conservation materials
• addressing issues raised by undertaking the New Zealand Museums Standards Scheme (for example, improving collection care).
In consultation with one of our Development Officers the grant can support:
• accessing training or professional development opportunities offered by National Services Te Paerangi
• contracting consultants
Please talk to your Development Officer for further information:
Julia Gresson, Museum Development Officer - North Island
Email: juliag@tepapa.govt.nz | Ph: 029 601 0370
Judith Taylor, Museum Development Officer - South Island
Email: juditht@tepapa.govt.nz | Ph: 029 601 0410
Gavin Reedy, Iwi Development Officer
Email: gavinr@tepapa.govt.nz | Ph: 029 601 0440
Please note that this grant is not meant to support the purchase of capital items (i.e. any item that lasts longer than 12 months and costs more than $500 exclusive of GST). This includes dehumidifiers and other equipment etc.
Download the Helping Hands Grants criteria
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What don’t we fund?
We have a limited pool of funds to distribute each year. As a result, we cannot accept grant applications for projects supported by other funders, including oral history projects and conservation treatment of collection objects.
If you are uncertain as to whether your project may be supported by other funders, freephone 0508 678 743 to seek clarification from National Services Te Paerangi prior to completing your application form.
Download the Helping Hands Grants criteria
How much funding is available?
Applications are welcome for any amount up to a maximum of $1,000 inclusive of GST. An organisation can make only one application per financial year.
When are applications due?
There is no cut-off date for the Helping Hands Grant. Applications will be considered at any time on their merit, and a decision will be made within ten working days from receipt of the application.
How do I apply?
National Services Te Paerangi can help with any aspect of your application. Please call our freephone 0508 678 743 at any time for assistance.
Download a Helping Hands Grants application form
Send the completed form, plus any additional material, to:
National Services Te Paerangi
Te Papa
PO Box 467
Wellington
How is payment made?
Payment is made upon the provision of a receipt or a formal quote (confirmed later with a receipt).
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