Puna Pakihi

Puna Pakihi
Supporting Ngāi Tahu in Business

Our kaupapa at Puna Pakihi is to support you, our Ngāi Tahu whānau on your business journey.  We offer guidance and mentorship as you refine your business plan and help you identify next steps for growth and sustainability.  Whether you have a solid idea for a startup or you have launched your business and want to establish it on a firmer footing for growth (or you’re somewhere in between), we are here.  We care about your pākihi journey and your success. You have some mahi to do whānau and we are behind you every step of the way!

We have reached capacity for grants, these will re-open on 1^st July 2023.   Mentoring support is still available.  Please get in touch with our team if you require this support.

Where are you on your pakihi journey?

Ideation/development

I have an idea. I have brainstormed but I am not trading yet.  I need help getting started.

What We Offer:

• Business mentoring.
• Business development resources.
  • Lean Canvas Template – a tool to help you flesh out your business idea.
  • Robust Business Plan Template – a comprehensive business plan template. A business plan is required for all our grant applications.
  • Financial Forecasting Template – a cashflow forecast showing your revenue less expenses to show the previous 12 months or next 12 months. This is required for all our grant applications.

Kickstart

I am within my first year of trading.

What We Offer:

• Business mentoring.
• Business development resources.
  • Lean Canvas Template – a tool to help you flesh out your business idea.
  • Robust Business Plan Template – a comprehensive business plan template. A business plan is required for all our grant applications.
  • Financial Forecasting Template – a cashflow forecast showing revenue less expenses to show the previous 12 months or next 12 months. This is required for all our grant applications.
• Kickstart Grant – $5000 grant to support your first year in business. (limited number each year)
• Free listing on the Ngāi Tahu whānau pakihi directory.
• Referrals to other organisations and specialist support services.
• Access to promotion through Ngāi Tahu communications channels (with your permission).

Stay Up

I am already trading. My revenue is less than 120k. I’ve passed the one year mark and need support staying up.

What We Offer:

• Business Mentoring.
• Stay Up Grants – $5000 to support you through your stay up phase. (limited number each year)
• Free listing on the Ngāi Tahu whānau pakihi directory.
• Referrals to other organisations and specialist support services.

Access to promotion through Ngāi Tahu communications channels (with your permission).

Growth

I am already trading for  over a year. My revenue is over $120k.

What We Offer:

• Business Mentoring.
• Business development resources.
  • Business Plan Growth Template
• Growth Grant – $5000 to support the growth you want in your business. (limited number each year)
• Free listing on the Ngāi Tahu whānau pakihi directory.
• Referrals to other organisations and specialist support services.

Access to promotion through Ngāi Tahu communications channels (with your permission).

Ready to Engage?

For mentoring and any enquiries, use our contact form

For any pātai, please contact us at [email protected]

or call 0800 PAKIHI  (0800 725 444).

Frequently Asked Pātai

Why do I need a business plan for my grant application?

The anchor for any pakihi is a business plan. It’s your road map to help you establish and achieve your goals. It is a living document that sets out and keeps you accountable to specific and measurable actions.

What date do I have to have my grant application in by?

Our grants are processed monthly, all applications must be received before the 20^th of each month. If not, it will be processed the following month.

Can I submit a joint application if two or more Ngāi Tahu whānau make up 50% ownership?

We accept applications if all applicants meet the criteria (Ngāi Tahu registered, ID provided, etc.).

How do I register for the Ngāi Tahu Pakihi Directory?

You can submit your business directory request here.

Become a Pakihi Mentor

If you have a commercial business background and would like to support whānau on their business journey, please contact the Puna Pakihi team for more information on becoming a Ngāi Tahu business mentor – [email protected]