Community Environment Fund
Latest update
The Community Environment Fund (CEF) closed for applications on 31 August 2012.
Dates for the opening of the next funding round have not yet been confirmed.
Information on CEF funding rounds
The Ministry wants to work with you to help make a positive difference to the environment.
The Community Environment Fund (CEF) provides funding so New Zealanders are empowered to take environmental action. It also ensures:
- partnerships (relating to practical environmental initiatives) between interested parties are supported and strengthened
- community-based advice and educational opportunities are increased
- awareness on environmental legislation and issues is heightened.
Each year there will be up to two opportunities/funding rounds to submit an application to the fund.
All applications are assessed against the CEF eligibility criteria, the Ministry’s key priorities for the financial year, funding principles, and their merit compared with other applications. The Ministry’s Statement of Intent has further information about our key priorities.
Community Environment Fund funded projects
All you need to know to apply to the CEF
- You will be able to apply using the application portal when a funding round is open. This is a two-step online process: first register, then complete the online application form when a round is open for applications.
- Find out more about the Community Environment Fund eligibility criteria and funding principles
- Learn more about the Community Environment Fund funding process
- Download the guide for applicants
- Funding Deed Terms and Conditions (PDF, 248 KB) The Ministry’s standard terms and conditions for funding.
Contact us
Funds Management Team
Phone: 0800 499 700
Email: cef@mfe.govt.nz
Last updated: 22 April 2013
