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Department of Internal Affairs · New Zealand

Community Organisation Grants Scheme (COGS)

Intake status unconfirmed

Local committees fund community-based services and projects, including running costs.

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Matching is a starting point. The funder decides who is eligible.

Program at a glance

Application status
Intake status unconfirmed
Funding amount
Varies by local committee
Listed deadline
Once a year (2026 round: Apr 15 to May 13)
Who can apply
Nonprofits, Charities, Iwi and Māori organisations.
Where
Anywhere in New Zealand
Good for
Community and social services, Children and youth, Elders and seniors, Health and wellness
Pays for
Day-to-day running costs, Paying people, A project

Who it's intended for

Details
Community-based not-for-profit organisations delivering services in their local area.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 24, 2026. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Community-based not-for-profit organisations delivering services in their local area.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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