Community & Grants

Powerball Games is proud to support New Zealand communities through lottery grants and charitable initiatives. Every ticket contributes to positive change across NZ.

Community Impact This Year
$18.2M
Grants Distributed
427
Projects Funded
64
NZ Communities
100%
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Supporting New Zealand Communities

Every time you play Powerball Games, you're contributing to community projects across New Zealand. A portion of every ticket sold goes directly to funding grants for sports, arts, community groups, and environmental initiatives.

Since our establishment, we've distributed millions of dollars to worthy causes throughout Aotearoa, helping to build stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.

Major Impact Areas

Sports & Recreation
$6.8M Funded
142
Projects
85K
Participants

Funding for sports facilities, equipment, coaching programs, and community events that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles across all age groups in New Zealand.

Arts & Culture
$4.2M Funded
98
Projects
210
Events

Support for Māori and Pasifika arts, community festivals, music programs, theatre productions, and cultural preservation initiatives throughout New Zealand.

Community Development
$5.1M Funded
127
Projects
45
Communities

Funding for community centers, youth programs, elder support services, and social initiatives that strengthen community connections and support vulnerable New Zealanders.

Grant Categories & Funding

Community Gardens

Up to $5,000

Funding for community garden projects that promote sustainability, food security, and community engagement in local neighborhoods.

Youth Programs

Up to $7,500

Support for after-school programs, tutoring initiatives, and youth development activities that benefit young New Zealanders.

Environmental Projects

Up to $10,000

Funding for local conservation efforts, tree planting initiatives, and environmental education programs in communities.

Sports Facilities

$10,000 - $50,000

Funding for sports equipment, facility upgrades, and coaching programs that benefit community sports clubs across NZ.

Arts Initiatives

$15,000 - $75,000

Support for community arts projects, cultural festivals, and creative programs that celebrate New Zealand's diversity.

Health & Wellbeing

$20,000 - $100,000

Funding for community health initiatives, mental health support programs, and wellbeing services for NZ communities.

Community Centers

$100,000 - $500,000

Major funding for community center construction, renovations, and facility upgrades that serve as hubs for local activities.

Heritage Projects

$150,000 - $750,000

Support for significant heritage preservation, cultural landmark restoration, and historical site development.

Regional Development

$50,000 - $250,000

Targeted funding for regional economic development, tourism initiatives, and community infrastructure projects.

Rural Communities

$25,000 - $150,000

Support for rural community facilities, agricultural programs, and services that benefit isolated NZ communities.

Apply for Community Funding

Is your community group or organization working on a project that benefits New Zealanders? We welcome applications from registered charities, community organizations, and sports clubs across Aotearoa.

Apply for Grants

Community Success Stories

Wellington Youth Center

Wellington, NZ
$125,000 Grant Awarded

Funding allowed the expansion of after-school programs, creating safe spaces for 200+ Wellington youth. The center now offers tutoring, sports activities, and creative arts programs.

Southland Conservation Trust

Southland, NZ
$85,000 Grant Awarded

Grant funded native tree planting and predator control across 200 hectares. The project created 15 local jobs and protects endangered native bird species in the region.

Auckland Māori Arts Collective

Auckland, NZ
$65,000 Grant Awarded

Funding supported traditional Māori arts workshops, reaching 500+ participants. The program preserves cultural traditions while providing economic opportunities for local artists.

Play for a Purpose

When you play Powerball Games, you're not just playing for the chance to win - you're contributing to communities across New Zealand. Every ticket helps fund grants that make a real difference in people's lives.