Early Career Fund — Toi Tipu Toi Rea 2026 Round 2

Up to NZD 10,000 for early-career creative projects and mentoring, with no age limit or track-record requirement.

Channels

Project-dependent; all artforms fund including music and multidisciplinary practice

Maximum duration

Activities 09 Dec 2026–31 Dec 2027

Application cost

No application fee stated

Attendance

Project-dependent; no fixed on-site programme

Eligibility

NZ citizens or permanent residents at an early career stage, any age; no track record required. Established artists changing disciplines or returning after a break excluded

Guaranteed support

Up to NZD 10,000 for creation, presentation, distribution, skills development or mentoring