Deadline Date: January 09, 2026
The Feasibility Fund presents a valuable opportunity for those looking to transform early-stage ideas into tangible projects that can benefit the Tairāwhiti region.
It has been created to support the crucial groundwork that helps determine whether a concept is viable and worth pursuing, ultimately encouraging investment and strengthening the local economy. By funding feasibility studies, business case development and the preparation needed for raising capital, the fund aims to unlock new industries, encourage innovation and contribute to long-term economic resilience.
Applicants can request up to $25,000 to explore the potential of their ideas, making this an important stepping stone for ambitious projects that may otherwise struggle to progress. To be considered, projects must demonstrate uncertainty around their viability, offer the potential for meaningful action or investment, align with the Trust’s priorities and clearly benefit the wider community. A strong connection to the Tairāwhiti region is essential, with applicants needing to articulate their vision, planned feasibility work and expected outcomes.
Organisations must also be able to contribute financially to their project, provide a quote or proposal for the work and operate as a recognised legal entity. Transparency is key, with applicants required to declare any outstanding debt or additional funding received for the same initiative. While the fund is designed to encourage new opportunities, it does not support routine business operations or activities considered part of normal organisational practice.
This opportunity offers a significant boost for those with innovative ideas seeking a pathway forward. By enabling early investigation and planning, the Feasibility Fund helps promising concepts gain momentum and positions the region for sustainable economic growth.
For more information, visit Trust Tāirawhiti.
