Youth Climate Action Fund Launches for Tauranga Rangatahi
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Tauranga has been selected as one of just 300 cities worldwide to participate in a global initiative backed by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This opportunity puts financial backing directly into the hands of our young people, enabling them to build real-world skills while addressing ecological challenges right here in our backyard.
Local activations like these bridge the gap between global climate data and grassroots action. By funding youth-led projects, our community gains fresh, practical solutions to environmental issues while fostering the next generation of scientific and civic leaders.
Key Dates and Details
Target Audience: Rangatahi aged 15 to 24 years old.
Funding Amount: Grants available between $2,000 and $8,000 per project.
Project Enquiries: Open from Wednesday, 8 July to Sunday, 9 August 2026.
Applications Open: Monday, 10 August 2026.
Applications Close: Monday, 21 September 2026.
Project Completion Deadline: All initiatives must be completed by 15 April 2027.
Eligible Projects for the Youth Climate Action Fund
To secure funding, applicants must partner with a registered support organisation (e.g. a school, registered charity, etc) that will help oversee the project budget and logistics.
Projects under the Youth Climate Action Fund need to deliver clear environmental benefits that align directly with local council climate priorities. This includes initiatives focusing on native reforestation, community waste reduction, citizen science programmes, or public transport advocacy.
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