Frequently Asked Questions
What do we invest in?
We invest in te reo revitalisation.
In return, we want to see outcomes such as:
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Tukuihotanga – Deliberate intergenerational transmission
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Hononga Hapori Reo – Connected Māori language communities
Why do I have to register for the Investment Round?
Registration is the first step to access the investment program. We must verify your details before you can apply.
If you have registered before you do not need to register again.
Please check your details and ensure they are up to date.
Can I register as an individual, or do I need to be an organisation?
Yes, you can register as an individual.
You can also register as a business, an organisation, a charity, or a trust (charitable, land, marae, iwi, whānau). However, you must be registered with the New Zealand Companies Office or The Charities Services.
What details are needed to register for the Investment Round?
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Individual: |
Organisation: |
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Legal name Phone number Email address Home address GST status Proof of identity Proof of bank account Two-character references |
Company name Phone number Email address Company address GST status Proof of company bank account Details for primary contact person Two-character references |
What if I miss the deadline for registrations?
If you miss the registration deadline of 31 January 2025, you will not be able to submit an application for the 2025-2026 Investment Round.
Do I need to be GST registered?
All requests at or above $60,000 will require GST registration.
Contact IRD for full details about GST.
Why is the investment process so long?
To ensure equal opportunity for all kāinga, hapori and iwi. There are six steps to give us reasonable time to do our due diligence for all Kaitono and their applications:
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Registrations Applications Assessments Approvals Notifications Projects Begin |
1 Dec - 31 Jan 1 Jan - 28 Feb Mar - Apr Apr - May May - Jun From 1 Jul |