Otago Catchment Community Funding

OCC Catchment Project + Direct Group Funding

OCC Catchment project funding is open for applications

Catchment Project Funding: OCC have project funding available for Otago Water Care & Catchment Groups.

These funds are suited to groups who are just beginning to form, as well as established groups who are looking for funding to support catchment based projects.

Direct Group Funding: The objective of this fund from OCC is to enable groups to continue their work and activities, supporting them with the opportunity to employ personnel to further the group’s goals. This funding is open for two rounds each year - April (2025) and November (2025).

Click on the buttons below to find out how to apply for OCC funding including what will and won’t be funded.

Please read the T&C before completing the application form and returning.


The next round of Direct Group Funding opens in November, 2024.

Any queries or questions please get in touch with OCC coordinators today.

Sam Dixon sam.dixon@otagocatchments.co.nz

Nicole Sutton nicole@otagocatchments.co.nz

Community Planting Day with East Otago Catchment Group

The Funding Map above will be updated periodically. Get in touch with OCC if you would like more information.