1 September 2021

Applications open from 8 September, close 6 October

Each year a portion of the revenue allocated to the CLNZ Cultural Fund is made available in a contestable fund.

In 2021, $75,000 is available to support strategic projects that demonstrate New Zealand publishing sector growth. The amount applicants apply for is up to them, with the number of successful recipients varying each year depending on the individual merits of the applications received.

Successful projects will have clearly defined and measurable project outcomes that align with the Cultural Fund’s objectives, including projects that:

• Develop the professional skills of writers, including those who write for an education audience

• Seek to grow export markets for New Zealand published content

• Demonstrate innovation in the creation and distribution of NZ published content

• Use online platforms to enhance the profile of New Zealand publishing and/or published content, including to international/export markets

Other projects that can demonstrate a positive impact on the New Zealand writing and publishing industry, and that meet the objectives of the Cultural Fund, will also be considered.

Applications open

9am Wednesday, 8 September 2021

Applications close

4pm Wednesday, 6 October 2021

Application Guidelines and Criteria

Download Application Guidelines and Criteria (pdf)

Next round is in September 2022

Unsuccessful applicants will be advised via email in November. Successful recipients will be contacted directly.

In 2020, there were 10 successful recipients, read more here >>

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