Learning  

We support projects that improve educational outcomes by adding value to the sector, with a focus on innovative projects and lifelong learning.

If you are applying for funding for a new project, or you have never applied to ASB Community Trust before, it is important that you talk to us before filling in an application form.

Find out who can apply

Community Learning Projects

We want to support projects or organisations that add value to the sector, with a focus on lifelong learning. We want our funding to make a difference to people and communities in Auckland and Northland. Applications will be assessed against how well they meet the following criteria:

  • Engagement: how will the project improve community partnerships?
  • Connections: how the project or organisation is connected into the community and existing programmes?
  • Project management: how will the project be managed? Is there a clear vision, supported by a sound project plan and budget?
  • Evaluation: how will the outcomes be measured?
  • Exit strategy: how will the project be sustained after the Trust's grant is spent?

If you're planning to apply for funding under the Community Learning Projects fund, please contact grants advisor  Greta Buchanan to discuss your project. Phone (09) 360 0291, 0800 272 878, or email us.

Quick-response grants

The Learning Quick Response Fund has been put on hold for the 1 November closing date.  
Due to the significant demand on our grants budget for 2011/12 across all our sectors, Trustees have had to reprioritise the funding programme for the remainder of this financial year.
We anticipate updating organisations on our website  February / March 2012 on this fund.

This includes funding for:

  • Library books and library computers
  • Outside playgrounds, shade sails and safety matting
  • Environmental projects in school
  • Equipment and resources for special needs students
  • Equipment and resources for community organisations working in the learning sector

Please watch our website, which will be updated when applications will be open again in 2012.

What we don't fund

  • We don't fund areas that are the responsibility of government and, in line with our strategy, we don’t fund external providers to deliver into schools programmes or resources that are part of the core Ministry of Education curriculum. For example, we don't provide funding for classroom equipment or ICT suites.
  • Applications for capital works or building projects of $50,000 or more will be considered under our Community Building Projects sector.
  • Due to the need to prioritise our funding, applications for minor capital works (under $50,000) will not be considered as a priority for funding under the Learning sector. This includes funding for school hall renovations.
  • The Trust does not fund private education institutions.

Fact sheet

Talk to us

We're happy to answer any questions. Please contact us on (09) 360 0291, freephone 0800 272 878, or email us

Gifted KidsRead about projects we've funded