The 2022 CLNZ Contestable Fund Grants have now opened with $75,000 available to support strategic projects that demonstrate New Zealand publishing sector growth.
Each year a portion of the revenue collected by Copyright Licensing New Zealand (CLNZ) is allocated to the Cultural Fund, and is made available for applicants to apply for. The amount you apply for is up to you, with the number of successful recipients varying each year depending on the individual merits of the applications received.
Applications are invited for projects that have clearly defined and measurable project outcomes that align with the Cultural Fund’s objectives, including projects that:
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. In 2021, there were 11 successful recipients, read more here >>
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Interested? FIND OUT MORE HERE >>
Applications must be received before 4pm Wednesday 5 October 2022. Successful recipients will be announced in November and contacted directly. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised via email in November. Successful recipients will be published on our website and social media pages.
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Guidelines and Criteria >> (pdf)
Helpful hint: Consider reading this 'Award Alchemy' article published in NZ Author Magazine (pdf). The article provides insight into submitting a great application.
