Making waikato stronger
Supporting local people since 1962
For over sixty years, Waikato Karamu Trust has been helping to grow local communities through Waikato community grants. Based in Hamilton and guided by caring values, our Trust makes grant funding simple and friendly. Whether you’re applying for your group, project, or organisation, we’re here to help Waikato thrive—one grant at a time.
Who we are
Waikato Karamu Trust is a down-to-earth team based in Hamilton. We connect people, groups and projects across the region with Waikato community grants in a supportive, approachable way.