The Fund aims to support the development of new or existing programmes targeting higher levels of te reo Māori proficiency, with the aim of growing the number of highly proficient te reo Māori speakers and supporting sector workforce capabilities.

There is $2 million available in 2022/23, with $10 million total available over the next four years. Application rounds will be held yearly.

Applications for the Fund are now open and will close at 5.00pm on Friday 17 March 2023. TEOs who are currently funded to deliver te reo Māori provision at Level 5 or above on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework are eligible to apply.

Find out more about the Fund at Te Tahua o Te Reo Kairaingi.