The Top of the South Community Foundation is delighted to announce the successful recipients of its September 2025 Grant Round, with 22 community organisations from across Te Tauihu receiving funding to support a wide range of initiatives across the region.

This year’s recipients reflect the dedication and commitment of local groups who continue to deliver meaningful programmes, services, and projects that strengthen the wellbeing of people and places. From environmental restoration and youth development to arts, education, and community resilience, each organisation plays a vital role in creating positive change.

Grant recipients for September 2025 are:

• Tasman Bay Guardians
• Tasman Environmental Trust
• Golden Bay Arts Council
• Project Jonah New Zealand
• Mohua Penguin Trust
• The Village Theatre Incorporated Society
• Nelson Community Foodbank Trust
• Nelson Environment Centre
• Victory Community Centre
• Pride Wairau Manatōpū
• Nelson Festivals Trust
• Annesbrook Community Trust
• Marlborough Boys’ College
• Marlborough Rural Education Activities Programme (REAP) Incorporated
• Wild Waikawa
• Manu Ora
• South Marlborough Landscape Restoration Trust
• Untouched World Charitable Trust

“We are proud to support organisations that are working collaboratively and with purpose to uplift lives and protect the unique character of Te Tauihu,” says Chelsea Routhan, CEO. “These grants represent more than funding – they acknowledge the power of local people backing local solutions.”

The Foundation thanks everyone who applied for this funding round and encourages groups to continue engaging with future opportunities.

For more information on upcoming grant rounds or to learn how you can support local initiatives, please visit our Receiving a Grant page.

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