Where does the money come from?

The following grants are allocated a sum of money that is set aside in the HDC budget on an annual basis:

• Community and Social Services Fund
• Special Projects Fund
• Horowhenua Rural Halls Fund
• Waste Minimisation Fund
• Horowhenua Community Development Fund
• Horowhenua Vibrant Communities Fund

The Creative Communities Scheme – each year Creative NZ provides funding to HDC to distribute in the region to help fund local arts projects.

Shannon Community Development Trust – is a charitable trust.  The interest earned from the capital of the trust fund is allocated towards funding projects and individuals that benefit the Shannon Community only.