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Commemorative Project Contribution Form

Commemorative Project Contribution Form

Is the project based in New Zealand?

Participation in a New Zealand Invictus Games team is considered to be based in New Zealand.

Do not complete this form.

We only provide funding for projects based in New Zealand. 

Does the project commemorate the Qualifying Operational Service of New Zealand veterans?

Qualifying Service explained (opens in a new tab)

Do not complete this form.

We only provide funding for projects that commemorate the Qualifying Operational Service of New Zealand veterans.

What is the type of project?

More information

Groups can apply for a contribution towards reunions that commemorate Qualifying Operational Service.

Qualifying Service explained (opens in a new tab)

Funding for reunions is based on the number of veterans who attend the event. Our contribution will be NZD$50 for each veteran who attends the event.

For a veteran's attendance to qualify for funding, they must have Qualifying Operational Service related to the reunion's purpose.

More information

Community groups can receive up to NZD $5,000.

We are a last call contributor, which means all costs beyond our contribution must be confirmed before we make a contribution.

Do not complete this form.

Commemorative Project Contribution can only be used for the five specified project types.

Are you making this application before the date of the reunion?
Do you have a nominal roll of those who attended the reunion with Qualifying Operational Service?
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  • Maximum file size: 15MB
  • Maximum number of uploads: 5

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If you use a mobile device, you can take photos of paper receipts by selecting 'Browse files' and then 'Take photo'.

Do not complete this form.

We can only provide a contribution if you have a nominal roll of those who attended the reunion with Qualifying Operational Service.

Do you have written consent from the landowner of the memorial site, such as a local council?
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  • Maximum file size: 15MB
  • Maximum number of uploads: 5

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If you use a mobile device, you can take photos of paper receipts by selecting 'Browse files' and then 'Take photo'.

Do not complete this form.

You must have written approval from the landowner before you apply for funding.

Do you have evidence of the costs associated with the project — for example invoices, receipts, or evidence of pre-existing financial backing?

Do not complete this form.

You must provide supporting evidence with your application.

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  • Maximum file size: 15MB
  • Maximum number of uploads: 20

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If you use a mobile device, you can take photos of paper receipts by selecting 'Browse files' and then 'Take photo'.

Contribution from Veterans' Affairs

In most instances, community groups can get up to NZD$5,000.

We are a last call contributor, which means all costs beyond our contribution must be confirmed before we make a contribution.

Contribution from other providers

Are any other organisations providing assistance?
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  • the information I have given in this claim form is true and correct
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Verification of your identity and consent

Was this form completed by the person making the claim or a person with the authority to act on behalf of the claimant?

Enter your full name as a substitute for your signature to verify your identity and consent to make this claim:

This form must be signed either by the claimant or a person with the authority to act on behalf of the claimant if they are unable to do so.

If the claimant didn’t sign the form, include one of the following forms of evidence:

  • Power of Attorney or Enduring Power of Attorney (in relation to Property)
  • Certificate of Administration (from the Public Trustee)

Details of the person with authority to act on behalf of the claimant

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Last Modified: 22 October 2025
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