IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Please read through the Love Food Hate Waste Fund Guidelines before completing this application form.
Please make sure you answer all questions on the application form.
The guidelines advise:
- The fund's priorities and outcome areas
- What can and cannot be applied for
- General funding requirements
- What information you will need to include in your application
For more information regarding the Love Food Hate Waste Fund (LFHW) click here.
All applications must be submitted online using this form. The application form can be saved as you go and will autosave each time you move to a new page.
Sections of the application form will be greyed out because they are not relevant to your project.
The information provided in this form will be used to assess your application. Please include all supporting documentation even if you have provided this with previous applications.
NOTE:
- The part/s of the project requiring funding must start after the outcome of this application has been notified.
- All consenting and health & safety requirements must be planned or addressed by the applicant before any funding can be approved.
- Decisions for this funding round are notified 08 April 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the Love Food Hate Waste Fund or this application form, please contact the Programme Advisor at wastewise@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone (09) 301 0101.
Documents you may need to complete this application form:
- letters of support
- letter of agreement from school/s if your project is being delivered in a school
- any permits necessary if your project is on public land
- evidence of bank account number (must be one of the following):
- blank pre printed deposit slip
- certified bank statement or letter
- online print screen image (must show bank's web address (URL)
Contact Details / Ngā tohu whakapā
* indicates a required field.
Applicant
The contact person must be authorised to represent the organisation and must sign this application, advising their position. All correspondence will be sent to this person. Personal information provided on this application form will be used for the purpose of processing the application. It will be held by Auckland Council and you have the right to access and request correction of any personal information provided.
Organisation or Individual name *Required
Response required.
Individual
Organisation
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Organisation Name
First name
Last name
Must match the name on the bank account information supplied
Address
Physical address *Required
Address Line 1, Suburb/Town, State/Province, and Postcode are required.
Is your postal address different from your physical address? *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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If yes, please complete below
This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "Is your postal address different from your physical address?" on page 2
Postal address *Required
Website
Website address
Must be a URL.
Facebook page
Must be a URL.
Contact details
Application contact person *Required
First name
Last name
Position held in organisation (if applying as an organisation) *Required
Daytime phone number *Required
Mobile phone number
Email address *Required
Project contact person (This person will be the signatory designated for the organisation or group). *Required
First name
Last name
Position held in organisation (if applying as an organisation) *Required
Daytime phone number *Required
Mobile phone number
Email address
Applicant Details / Ngā kōrero whakapā mō te kaitono
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What is the legal status of your organisation/group? *Required
Response required.
Incorporated Society
Charitable Trust
Limited Liability Company
School
Maori Trust
Other:
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Other: can include not for profit community groups
Please indicate which category your application falls into: *Required
Response required.
Applying for up to $1,000
Applying for $1,001 and over
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Applicants with no formal legal structure may apply for grants up to $1,000 without the need to nominate an umbrella organisation.
This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "Please indicate which category your application falls into:" on page 3
Applicants with no formal legal structure seeking grants over $1,001 need to either:
Select one option below *Required
If you are unsure, check with the Programme Advisor at wastewise@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone (09) 301 0101.
This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "What is the legal status of your organisation/group?" on page 3
- "Please indicate which category your application falls into:" on page 3
What registration numbers apply to your organisation?
(Please provide all applicable numbers)
New Zealand Companies Office incorporated society number
Must be a number.
Please click here to visit the Societies and Trusts website
Applicant NZ Charity Registration Number (CRN)
Must be formatted correctly.
Applicant NZBN
Must be formatted correctly.
Umbrella Organisation Details / Ngā kōrero mō tō Rōpū Matua (Not Applicable)
This page is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "Select one option below" on page 3
* indicates a required field.
Name of your Umbrella Organisation *Required
Postal address *Required
Please click here for the postcode finder website
Contact person *Required
Position in organisation *Required
Daytime contact number *Required
Must be a New Zealand phone number.
Email address *Required
Must be an email address.
What is the legal status of your umbrella organisation *Required
Umbrella New Zealand Companies office incorporated society number
Must be a number.
Please click here to visit the Societies and Trusts website
Umbrella NZ Companies Register
Must be formatted correctly.
Umbrella NZ Charity Registration Number (CRN)
Must be formatted correctly.
Project Details / Ngā Kōrero mō tō Kaupapa
* indicates a required field.
Please provide clear and concise responses to the following questions. Supporting information may be provided as an attachment.
* indicates a required field.
Project Title *Required
Project/event address? *Required
This means the street address, legal description, location of event or venue where this project/activity will happen.
Provide a brief summary of the project, its purpose and goals. *Required
Word count:
Must be no more than 250 words.
Describe how your project would reduce the amount of food waste created in Auckland. *Required
Word count:
How would your project encourage community participation and/or encourage behaviour change? *Required
Word count:
Must be no more than 200 words.
Descrive any innovative or creative elements in your approach.
Word count:
Must be no more than 200 words. List 2-3 measureable outcomes for your project (e.g. number of participants, reduction in food waste). *Required
Word count:
Must be no more than 200 words.
Are you receiving or applying for funding from any other sources for this project? If yes, please explain. *Required.
Word count:
Must be no more than 200 words.
What are the expected start and finish dates for your project?
Start Date *Required
Must be a date
End Date *Required
Must be a date
What resources could your organisation provide to ensure successful completion of the project? *Required
Word count:
Must be no more than 150 words
In which local board area(s) will your project be delivered?
Central local boards
Albert-Eden
Great Barrier
Maungakiekie-Tāmaki
Ōrākei
Puketāpapa
Waiheke
Waitematā
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Please select all that apply
North local boards
Devonport-Takapuna
Hibiscus and Bays
Kaipātiki
Rodney
Upper Harbour
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Please select all that apply
South local boards
Franklin
Howick
Māngere-Ōtāhuhu
Manurewa
Ōtara-Papatoetoe
Papakura
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Please select all that apply
West local boards
Henderson-Massey
Waitākere Ranges
Whau
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Please select all that apply
Regional
All local board areas
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To find what local board area your project is taking place in please visit the local board finder tool.
Demographics
To help council better understand who will benefit from this project, please indicate below who this is targeted at. This is for internal use only.
What proportion of your project is targeted at the following age groups?
If your project is not targeted to any specific age group please enter 100 in the 'All ages' box.
(Numbers only, '%" symbol is not needed)
0 - 5 years
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
25 - 44 years
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
All ages
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
6 - 14 years
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
45 - 64 years
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
15 - 24 years
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
65+ years
Must be a number. Must be a percentage out of 100 (numbers only)
Which ethnic group(s) is your project/activity targeted at? Select any that apply: *Required
Response required.
New Zealand European
Other European
Māori
Pacific Peoples
Chinese
Korean
Indian
Other Asian
Middle Eastern
Latin American
African
Other:
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How will you reach your targeted audience? *Required
Must be no more than 100 words.
Project Budget / Te tahua ā-kaupapa whakahaere
* indicates a required field.
What part of the project are you requesting funding for? *Required
Word count:
Must be no more than 150 words.
Is your organisation (or umbrella organisation) GST registered? *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "Is your organisation (or umbrella organisation) GST registered?" on page 6
GST number *Required
Must be a number.
Is there a cost of participation for this project? If so please state what the type of cost is, and how much it is i.e. tickets $5 each, entry fee, entry by donation/koha, membership - a $150 annual fee *Required
Table one: expenses/costs for the project
Please provide itemised information on all expenses/costs associated with this project/activity. This should include your contribution to the project including voluntary time.
Please attach a quote or evidence such as screenshots of items or past invoices for a similar activity for each listed item.
If you or your group are GST registered, please do not include GST in the amounts.
If you or your group are not GST registered, please do include GST (where applicable) in the amounts.
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Funding summary
Total project cost *Required
Must be a dollar amount
Total income amount *Required
Must be a dollar amount.
Applicant, plus other organisations contribution *Required
Must be a dollar amount
Love Food Hate Waste Fund contribution *Required
Must be a dollar amount
Amount of funding sought in this grant round (GST exclusive) *Required
Must be a dollar amount and no more than 5000. What is the total financial support you are requesting in this application?
If Auckland Council is unable to fund the full amount requested, would a smaller grant still be of assistance? *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "If Auckland Council is unable to fund the full amount requested, would a smaller grant still be of assistance?" on page 6
If yes, which part of your project should be considered and what would this cost?
Applicant name must match the name on the bank account information supplied.
Proof of bank account may be one of these options.
- Bank deposit slip
- Certified bank statement (certified means bank details stamped and signed by the bank teller)
- A letter from the bank on the bank’s letterhead confirming the bank account holder name and bank account number
- Print screen or image capture of an on-line bank statement confirming the bank account holder name and bank account number. This must include the bank logo and URL
Proof of bank account *Required
Attach a file: Select stored file
Acknowledgement and promotion
Do you plan to promote/market/advertise your project? *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "Do you plan to promote/market/advertise your project?" on page 6
If yes, please provide details on how
Must be no more than 80 words.
How will you publicly acknowledge Auckland Council's contribution towards this project? *Required
Word count:
Must be no more than 80 words. e.g. place logo on printed material, invite Waste Solution staff to your event, signage, advertising materials etc.
Supporting Documentation / Ngā pukaTautoko
* indicates a required field.
Umbrella organisation supporting documentation (Not Applicable)
This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:
- "Select one option below" on page 3
Please attach proof of bank account details for the umbrella organisation *Required
Please provide documentation from the Umbrella Organisation showing agreement to act on your behalf.
Supporting project documentation
Please attach any other relevant documents to support your application and/or help us understand your project
Attach a file: Select stored file
Do you have any other information to support your application?
If you are working with schools or early childhood education providers you must attach a letter of acceptance/agreement from each provider.
Attach a file: Select stored file
Declaration and Privacy / Ngā whakīnga whai pānga me te noho tapu o ngā kōrero
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Declaration
I/We certify that to the best of our/my knowledge the information contained in this application is correct *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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I/We confirm that any funds granted will only be used for the activity described in this application *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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I/We confirm that I/we will submit to Auckland Council an accountability report and supporting paid invoices and receipts (GST exclusive) that applies to GST registered groups, within the allocated timeframe of the completion of my/our activity *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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I/We confirm that I/we are aware of Auckland Council's current vaccination policy and understand our project may be subject to its requirements *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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If you require further clarification, check with the Programme Advisor at wastewise@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone (09) 301 0101.
I/We confirm that to the best of our/my knowledge I/we have no perceived , potential or actual conflict of interest in applying for or using any grant funding
Yes
No
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For guidance on whether you have a perceived, potential or actual conflict as a result of applying for and using grant funding you should consider the following matters - if in doubt you should declare the conflict.
A conflict of interest could arise where you (the applicant) have a responsibility as a result of receiving council grant monies. This could affect another responsibility, duty or relationship you may also have.
For example,
- If you are an Auckland Council employee/local board member or a councillor
- If your organisations committee or board member is an Auckland Council employee/local board member.
- Personal or family relationships that you have
- organisations or persons that you will procure services from with the grant monies
- e.g. investments that you have in entities that you will procure services from with the grant monies
- Employment relationships or membership of clubs
- e.g. you intend to procure services with the grant monies from your employer or a club you are a member of - who will benefit financially from the arrangement.
If you have answered no to any of the above, please provide details below:
Must be no more than 100 words
- I/We understand that Auckland Council is bound by the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987
- I/We understand that my/our name and brief details about the project may be released to the media or appear in publicity material
- I/We understand that I/we have the right to have access to this information
- I/We undertake that I/we have obtained the consent of all people involved to provide these details.
Has your organisation been subject to enforcement or received a request for abatement in relation to non-compliant
activities? This could include Resource Consents, Licensing and Compliance or Building Control etc.
*Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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If yes, please provide details.
Accept/Decline *Required
Response required.
Accept
Decline
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Date: *Required
When your application is submitted you will receive an automatic confirmation email that the application has been received from Smartygrants. If you do not receive an email confirmation, please check to see if the email has been treated as "spam".
If you need assistance please contact the Environmental Funding team at environmentalfunding@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone 09 301 0101.
How did you find out about this fund?
Applied previously
Council website
Council mail-out
Council staff member
Local board member
Local newspaper
Poster/flyer
Radio
Social media
Word-of-mouth
Other:
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Contact Database
I would like to be added to the mailing list to be advised of any updates regarding the Waste Minimisation and Management in the Auckland Region *Required
Response required.
Yes
No
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You may opt-out at any stage by emailing aucklandwastefund@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Privacy
Any personal information that you provide in this form will be held and protected by Auckland Council in accordance with our privacy policy and with the Privacy Act 1993. Our privacy policy explains how we may use and share your personal information in relation to any interaction you have with the council, and how you can access and correct that information. We recommend you familiarise yourself with this policy.