During the first lockdown, Mātāwai Consultancy and Dunedin Community Builders surveyed the Ōtepoti Community sector to find out more about challenges and strengths related to their funding.

This report collates their responses under several themes and it aims to contribute to meaningful conversations about funding for the community sector regionally and nationally. 

What was asked:

• What funding relationships, mechanisms and approaches work well for you?
• What would your ideal funding situation look like?
• What concerns and challenges do you hold about the future of funding?
• On average, how many hours does a funding application take?
• How much time does your group put into funding applications each month?
• What issues are you concerned about or do you see emerging in the current context of Covid-19?
• Would you like to make any other comments about funding?

Who responded

• 40 responses
• From across the community sector in Ōtepoti and Otago
• Big organisations and small

Respondents came from a wide range of groups and organisations. Some were from place-based community groups, others from specialist advocacy and support service organisations. A number of respondents represented Māori and Pasifika communities and organisations. The health and disability sector was well-represented. The research also received responses from arts organisations in the city. 

To review the full report click HERE or download the attachment below.