Ready to Apply?

Is Rātā the right funder for your organisation? 

Our funding makes more of a difference in communities who may face barriers to things that many of us take for granted, and where people act for the benefit of our environment and climate.  

• Find out if you are eligible to apply and what our timeframes are.
• Learn about what we do and don’t fund (scroll down on the page).
• Find out more about our Funding Priorities and what we mean by supporting a community of need and reducing barriers. 

Before you start

• If you are not registered under our new system in place April 2018, you will need to register here.
• A registration is linked to a person and not an organisation.
• You do not need a RealMe login.
• Find out more information about how to use the portal. 

Before you start your application 

• Check out How We Fund to find out which funding programme is best for you.
• Check out our Frequently Asked Questions for tips on our funding processes and how to write a good application.

We're here to help with your application

If you experience any issues with your online application, call us on freephone 0508 266 878 or email enquiry@ratafoundation.org.nz.

If you need someone to help you in person - give us a ring or send us an email and we can arrange to come to your place.

Before you submit your application

• Check you have completed your application questions fully.
• Have you identified the people you will be working with?
• Have you told us about the difference your project will make?
• Have you included all the required supporting documents?
• Contact us if you’re not sure which supporting documents to send.
• Create and keep copies of any hard-copy documents you send as we may ask questions about these.
• Lastly, don’t worry about formatting your answers.

Apply Online

If you experience any issues with your online application please call us on freephone 0508 266 878 or email enquiry@ratafoundation.org.nz