"We know there are a lot of exciting projects happening in the environmental/climate change space and would love to hear from people who have a project in mind in those areas, as well as other initiatives that align with BayTrust's mission of helping our Bay of Plenty communities and environment to flourish."
Successful projects must also have sufficient committed funds, or a workable funding plan with applications in place, to complete the work and must have ongoing financial support to cover maintenance and operating costs.
Rhodes said projects that were not yet 'investment ready' may be supported with a smaller grant to help with feasibility research.
Applicants are invited to have an initial discussion with BayTrust staff prior to lodging their Expression of Interest (EOI) before May 27. Those groups who are shortlisted in July will then be invited to complete a full business case study before a decision is made by BayTrust's board later this year.
For more information on BayTrust's Community Amenities Fund and details on how to apply, visit www.baytrust.org.nz or phone (07) 578 6546.