Loans for Community Facilities

The Community Loans Scheme is for community organisations seeking to develop recreation facilities within the Whangarei District.

Examples of eligible projects:

• installing artificial turf,
• adding field lights,
• developing a new sports hub,
• upgrading community tennis courts
• developing walking and cycling trails.

Please refer to our website for full criteria: www.wdc.govt.nz/Community/Community-funding/Community-Loans.

Ready to apply?

Create and login and register your organisation

The first time you access SmartyGrants, you will need to create a login for yourself. Select 'log in' above to register. You only need to do this once.

Once you are registered, you have the option to create a free SmartyFile profile for yourself and your organisation. We highly recommend that you do this to get the best out of SmartyGrants and be able to manage all your grant information centrally. Follow the instructions in your registration email to create a SmartyFile account.

Complete the application form

Once you've registered, you can select 'Start a submission' above to start completing your application. 

Documents required

You will need to provide the following documents with your application:

1. Evidence of community support for the project
2. Project timeline including expected milestones
3. Location plan and legal description of the land
4. Approval from landowner if property is leased
5. Design plans, photos, and/or drawings
6. Cash-flow forecast for the term of the loan, demonstrating your ability to repay
7. Project budget and evidence of costs (quotes)
8. Latest financial performance report 
9. Proof of bank account details.

Help guides

If you need more help using this form, check out these guides:

SmartyGrants Help Guide for Applicants

SmartyGrants Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

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