The Resource Wise Community Fund supports local initiatives aimed at reducing waste in Tauranga.
Grants range from $2,000-$25,000, from a pool of $150,000 (GST inclusive), for an individual, not-for-profit or business who wants to deliver effective waste minimisation projects that align with Tauranga City Council’s Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2022-2028.
The Resource Wise Community Fund funding comes from the Waste Levy, provided to councils by the Ministry for the Environment for waste minimisation education, and does not impose additional costs on general rates.
Resource Wise Community Fund 2026/27
The 2025/26 Resource Wise Community Fund is now closed.
Applications for Resource Wise Community Fund 2026/27 will open in May 2026.
View example application (177kb pdf)
For more information, please contact the Waste Minimisation and Engagement Team on 07 577 7000 or by email at resource.wise@tauranga.govt.nz
See full list of previous fund recipients