Marlborough Lines Sponsorship Overview

At Marlborough Lines, our sponsorship mission is to: Grow Marlborough Together. We do this by supporting initiatives that align with our mission to foster growth, unity, and sustainability across the region, with a focus on:

• Youth Education and Employment – Empowering the next generation through educational and developmental opportunities.

• Regional Events – Supporting events that celebrate Marlborough’s unique culture, history, and community spirit.

• The Environment – Championing environmental initiatives that protect and enhance our natural heritage.

Sponsorship Proposals and Application Process

Do you have a sponsorship proposal that aligns with our mission and evaluation criteria? To apply please follow the process outlined below.

Evaluation Criteria

Sponsorship applications are evaluated in November and May each year based on the following criteria. Initiatives should meet some, but ideally all, of these points:

• Be initiated by Marlborough-based organisations or individuals.

• Focus on youth education, development, or employment.

• Deliver environmental benefits to Marlborough.

• Enhance the region’s profile through commercial, educational, cultural, sporting, or historical contributions.

• Benefit a wide audience or community rather than a select group.

• Align with Marlborough Lines' commitment to its community role and commercial presence.

Application Steps

• Submit your application during a designated funding round (note funding rounds are currently closed):

-        November - for applications received between 1 May to 30 October.

-        May – for applications received between 1 November to 30 April.

• We will provide confirmation of submission and its placement in the appropriate funding round within three working days.

• If required, we may contact you to provide additional information.

Application Outcome

• November funding round decisions are communicated by 30 November.

• May funding round decisions are communicated by 31 May.

Together, with our community, we can create meaningful change and strengthen the legacy of Marlborough for generations to come.

Key Sponsorship Initiatives

Through our sponsorship program, we proudly support a range of community projects and events, including:

• CACTUS Youth Programme – Developing leadership and resilience in young people.

• Garden Marlborough – New Zealand’s premier garden event showcasing regional gardens, workshops, and tours.

• Havelock Mussel Festival – Celebrating aquaculture with food and entertainment and supporting charitable causes in our community.

• Kārearea Falcons in Schools Programme – Ensuring the future of New Zealand’s native Kārearea and promoting conservation education for students.

• Life Education Trust Marlborough – Building children’s self-esteem, health and wellbeing skills.

• Life Flight – Providing emergency air rescue services to save lives.

• Marlborough Environment Awards – Recognising environmental innovation and sustainability in our region.

• Marlborough Community Foodbank – Supporting families and individuals in need.

• Marlborough Lines Classic Fighters Omaka Airshow – Celebrating aviation history and regional pride.

• Marlborough Lines Science and Technology Celebration – Inspiring innovation and curiosity among youth.

• Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 – A hub for sports and community activities.

• Marlborough Riding for the Disabled – Providing interaction with horses to enhance health, well-being, and community participation.

• Marlborough Sounds Restoration Trust Wilding Pine Eradication Programme – Protecting native ecosystems by removing invasive species in the Sounds.

• Picton Dawn Chorus – Restoring native birdlife through predator control for Kaipūpū Sanctuary and the Picton area.

• Picton Maritime Festival – Celebrating Picton and the Marlborough Sounds unique maritime heritage.

• Pine Valley Wetland Restoration – Rejuvenating wetland ecosystems and native habitats for our community to experience.

• School Start First Impressions Marlborough – Helping children begin school with confidence.