About the Pop-up Play Fund

Play Week is upon us! It kicks off on Monday 20 October - Sunday 26 October 2025. This Pop-up Play Fund will enable you to deliver fun, culturally responsive activities that reflect the values of Te Tai Tokerau, promote equity, and empower communities to embrace play/takaro as a vital part of everyday life. With this support, you can amplify the impact of Play Week and ensure every young person has the chance to move, laugh, and thrive.

How much can I apply for?

There is a $1,000 cap, meaning an organisation can apply for up to $1,000.

All applications will be assessed by an external panel that will include community members and Sport Northland staff. ​​​​​​​

Pop-up Play Funding Dates

Opening Date - Friday 12 September 2025  //  Closing Date - Friday 3 October 2025  //  Time of closure - Midnight

This fund is only a pop up/one off fund for Play Week 2025

If you have any questions or have finished your project and are ready to submit your final report, please email us on funding@sportnorth.co.nz and the team will happily answer any questions or send you your online reporting form.