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Purpose
The New Zealand High Commission Fund supports small scale, short-term community projects that contribute to wider community well-being. The projects must be in line with New Zealand Aid Programme’s mission:
‘Sustainable development in developing countries, in order to reduce poverty and contribute to a more secure, equitable and prosperous world.’
Eligible groups
The Fund is aimed primarily at community groups and non-Government organisations (NGOs), but other types of organisations such as schools, small business associations and cooperatives may apply. The Fund does not support individual businesses. Check with the New Zealand High Commission if unsure of your group’s eligibility.
Project Duration
No individual project will be supported for longer than two years, however, supporting different projects by the same partner over a longer duration is possible in certain circumstances.
What will not be funded
- political, religious or evangelical activities
- faith-based groups are not excluded where the proposed project is consistent with the purpose of the Fund, does not exclude followers of other religions, and the funds are not used to support proselytising
- site visits
- unsolicited donations
- individual student scholarships
- on-going (recurrent) funding of recipients’ operational/organisational costs such as wages and salaries, office items and communications
Application Process
Download the application form below. Once completed, send it via email to:
Or via post to:
HEF Fund Administrator
New Zealand High Commission
S351 L2 Magani Crescent
Waigani,
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Important information:
- Please ensure you have read our criteria thoroughly before submitting your application. We will prioritise activities that best meet HEF criteria and are in line with New Zealand's International Development Cooperation priorities.
- The maximum amount of funding for any one project is PGK50,000.00 but if the project is of high merit and likely to cost more than K50,000.00, please enquire with the New Zealand High Commission directly.
- Incomplete applications may mean your application is not considered. If further information is required, this will delay the decision-making process.
- The High Commission may need to contact you about your application. Please ensure you provide your current email address and check regularly for any correspondence.
- It will take up to 5 weeks from the received date to assess and determine the outcome of your application.
- All applicants will be notified of any decisions by email.
Enquiries
Please submit all enquiries via email to NZHCPMY@mfat.govt.nz or call +675 7373 7000.