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Pūtea Financial support

Find out about financial support you can access.


Find different types of funding support available for all the things you or your whānau might need, now or in the future.

In this section

  • Allowances and benefits

    If you can’t work, or you work reduced hours, because of an injury, illness, or impairment, you might be able to get some financial help.

  • Grants and scholarships

    Explore grants, lottery awards, scholarships, and fundraising options you might be to get.

  • Deaf or hearing loss

    Check out how to access government funding to help you communicate and live safely when you are Deaf or losing your hearing.

  • Blindness or visual impairment

    Find out how to access government funding for support and equipment if you’re blind or have a visual impairment.

  • Self-fund options

    Discover ways to hire, test or buy disability equipment yourself to see what works for you.

  • Banking

    Find out about how your bank works to make sure banking is inclusive and accessible.

  • Budgeting

    Find out where to get free information, advice, and support to help you sort out your finances.

  • Community funding

    Check out groups both public and private, that offer grants, lottery community funds and financial support just for service providers.

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