A COLLECTIVE FUND PROVIDED BY AND IN COLLABORATION WITH NGĀTI WHAKAUE TRIBAL LANDS, PUKEROA ORUAWHATA TRUST,
NGĀTI WHAKAUE ASSETS TRUST, NGĀTI WHAKAUE EDUCATION ENDOWMENT TRUST AND TE TAUMATA O NGĀTI WHAKAUE.
Ngāti Whakaue Tahua Ahurea
Kua whakaturia he tahua hei hapai i te ao ahurea o Ngati Whakaue, ara, ko Ngāti Whakaue Tahua Ahurea. He pūtea motuhake i whakatūria hei hāpai, hei whakatairanga i te tuakiri ahurea, ngā uara, me ngā kawenga o Ngāti Whakaue. Mā te tautoko i ngā kaupapa e whakakaha ana i ngā tikanga, te whai wāhi mai, me te hononga ki te hapori, ka whakarite tēnei tahua kia mau tonu, kia whakanui tonu ā tātou koeke, paepae, rātou ko ngā rangatahi i ō tātou tikanga tuku iho.
Ngāti Whakaue Tahua Ahurea is a dedicated fund established to uphold and promote the cultural identity, values, and responsibilities of Ngāti Whakaue. By supporting initiatives that strengthen cultural practices, participation, and community connection, this fund ensures that our koeke, paepae, and rangatahi continue to uphold and celebrate our traditions.
Purpose
To support initiatives that preserve and promote Ngāti Whakaue cultural practices and values, with a focus on encouraging participation, especially among rangatahi. Additionally, to assist in fulfilling the cultural responsibilities of Ngāti Whakaue koeke and paepae.
Who We Are
Ngāti Whakaue Tahua Ahurea is a collaborative kaupapa dedicated to celebrating and uplifting the cultural aspirations of our people. This initiative is made possible through the kotahitanga of:
- Ngāti Whakaue Tribal Lands
- Pukeroa Oruawhata Trust
- Ngāti Whakaue Assets Trust
- Te Taumata o Ngāti Whakaue
- Ngāti Whakaue Education Endowment Trust
What the Fund Supports
Ngāti Whakaue Tahua Ahurea provides funding for initiatives that directly benefit Ngāti Whakaue and support cultural preservation. Funding is considered on a case-by-case and first-come basis. The Komiti is made up of representatives of the organisations listed above as well as koeke and rangatahi reps. The funding priorities include:
Paepae Participation
Assistance with travel and accommodation for Ngāti Whakaue representation at tangihanga and significant cultural events.
Support for Ngāti Whakaue Marae paepae capability, e.g., wānanga, karanga, waiata, whaikōrero.
Koha support, determined on a case-by-case basis.
Core Cultural Kaupapa
Support for kapa haka, wānanga, and other kaupapa Māori such as te reo, te taiao, mahinga kai, mahi toi, whakapapa, and mātauranga.
Rangi Whakahirahira
The fund contributes to Ngāti Whakaue-led or focused events, including but not limited to:
• Ngāti Whakaue Whakanuia
• Koeke Kaitahi
• Rangatahi-led kaupapa
• Kapahaka
• Centenary celebrations
• Waitangi Day
• Matariki
• Township Agreement signing celebrations
Paepae Participation
Assistance with travel and accommodation for Ngāti Whakaue representation at tangihanga and significant cultural events.
Koha support, determined on a case-by-case basis.
Core Cultural Kaupapa
Support for kapa haka, wānanga, and other kaupapa Māori such as te reo, te taiao, mahinga kai, mahi toi, whakapapa, and mātauranga.
Rangi Whakahirahira
The fund contributes to Ngāti Whakaue-led or focused events, including but not limited to:
• Ngāti Whakaue Whakanuia
• Koeke Kaitahi
• Rangatahi-led kaupapa
• Kapahaka
• Centenary celebrations
• Waitangi Day
• Matariki
• Township Agreement signing celebrations
Eligibility Criteria
To receive funding, applications must:
- Align with the purpose and objectives above
- Be for a collective benefit (not an individual)
- Disclose any other funding received or applied for from other organisations for the same quote or invoice
- Confirm that NO applications have been sent to the Ngāti Whakaue entities listed above for the same purpose
What the Fund Does Not Cover
- Capital costs for marae and wāhi tapu/tupuna
- Sport, health, education, housing, financial literacy
- Activities already held
Eligibility Criteria
To receive funding, applications must:
- Align with the purpose and objectives above
- Be for a collective benefit (not an individual)
- Disclose any other funding received or applied for from other organisations for the same quote or invoice
- Confirm that NO applications have been sent to the Ngāti Whakaue entities listed above for the same purpose
What the Fund Does Not Cover
- Capital costs for marae and wāhi tapu/tupuna
- Sport, health, education, housing, financial literacy
- Activities held outside New Zealand
- Activities already held
Apply for Funding
If you have a kaupapa that aligns with the objectives, we encourage you to apply. Follow the link below to complete and submit your application or download and print the application form.
Applications must be received well in advance of the planned activity. Grant committee meetings are scheduled as needed, and grant payments are processed on the 20th of the following month. You must describe how the activity will promote and uphold the core cultural practices of Ngāti Whakaue.
