Waikato River Authority
Applying for funding
2026 Funding round closed
The funding round
The Waikato River Authority welcomes applications from individuals, organisations, and iwi for projects to help restore the health and well-being of the Waikato and Waipā Rivers and their catchments.
All applications must be made online via SmartyGrants.
Applications opened: 2nd June 2026
Applications closed: 27th July 2026 at 4pm
Please note that paper applications & late applications will not be accepted