Nōku te Ao Puna Pūtea | Social Action Grants

Social Action Grants back community-led, mana-enhancing ideas that challenge mental distress discrimination.

Nōku te Ao grant key info and criteria

Mental health advocacy grants.

Nōku te Ao Social Action Grants winners 2025

Introducing the winners of the 2025 Nōku te Ao Social Action Grants.

Pacific approach - Fonofale Model

Information provided in this section will be used to assess whether your proposed project is eligible for funding.

What is ‘mental distress’

We all experience tough times in life that impact on our mental health.

Inspirational project ideas, and past grant projects

Be inspired by our previous grantees’ projects.

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There is no health without mental health

Help ensure everyone in Aotearoa has the tools to enjoy positive mental health and wellbeing.