Digital Government Partnership Innovation Fund

What is the Innovation Fund?

The Digital Government Partnership (DGP) Innovation Fund is an annual $5 million contestable fund that invests in digital and data innovation.

Eligibility

Applications must be led by one of the following New Zealand public sector organisations.

Application criteria

Innovation fund applications must show how the initiative aligns with government priorities and the Strategy for a Digital Public Service focus areas.

How to apply, timelines and reporting

The Innovation Fund application process and key dates.

Guidance for applicants

Advice, guidance, preparation tips and the lean canvas template for Innovation Fund applicants.

• The Pitch
• Lean canvas

Contact the Innovation Fund team

The Innovation Fund is administered by the Digital Public Service branch at the Department of Internal Affairs.

Funding recipients

Find out about Innovation Fund recipients for the 2020/21 funding round.