This fund supports those that have received invitations to present and tour internationally as a result of one of our international initiatives. There is also support for attending and showcasing at performing arts markets.

Supporting New Zealand-based dealer galleries and craft/object designers and companies to participate in reputable international art fairs. The focus is on increasing the sale of New Zealand craft/object and visual artworks in offshore markets.

Support towards projects that increases opportunities for young New Zealanders (12-24 years) in Northland to engage in (by, with or for) high-quality arts experiences.

This initiative supports established New Zealand performing arts practitioners to build their international capability and networks by experiencing the Edinburgh festivals in 2019.

This fund supports the development of new, high-quality New Zealand work for presentation in targeted territories in Asia.

57 New Zealand arts organisations are confirmed in Creative New Zealand’s Toi Uru Kahikatea programme from 2020 following Arts Council approval in July 2019.

23 New Zealand arts organisations are confirmed in Creative New Zealand’s Toi Tōtara Haemata programme from 2020 following Arts Council approval in July 2019.

This partnership between Creative New Zealand and Foundation North offers selected arts organisations the opportunity to apply for funding towards the salary costs of a fundraising staff placement.

Up to $3,000 in matched funding to implement a project identified through the coaching and aligned with a digital strategy.

Up to twenty grants of $5,000 each are available for selected organisations to support a professional development opportunity for staff in positions across the organisation. This could include training within the domestic or international arts sector to remain updated on relevant trends, arts or industry practice, leadership development or another identified area.

This fund supports arts organisations to diversify their income, increase support from donors and business partnerships and develop their fundraising capability. It is part of the Arts Philanthropy and Partnerships Programme for investment clients.

Supporting Māori artists to collaborate with international indigenous artists in creating new work or redeveloping an existing work. This is an opportunity to exchange ideas, artistic techniques and cultural practices.