Sport Start supported by NBS



Sport Tasman supported by NBS is a  funding initiative for families where financial hardship is a barrier to participation in physical activity. The fund allows more tamariki and rangatahi to take part in physical activity opportunities by providing the financial assistance they need. The fund provides a grant to remove or reduce the registration fee for a sport.


The programme covers Nelson, Tasman, Marlborough, Buller and Kaikōura.


​​​​​​​Current Eligibility:

  • Region - Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough/Buller/Kaikōura
  • Age Group - 5-18 year olds
  • Current community service card holder 
  • Limit - Up to $30 per child/per family (ages 5 to 12yrs)
    ​​​            ​​​​Up to $50 per child/per family (ages 13 to 18yrs)
  • Funding rounds are processed monthly

When approved the grant is paid directly to the club or organisation and any difference between fees and funding is not covered by Sport Tasman.

​​​​​​​CLICK HERE to download the Sport Start supported by NBS Flyer for the Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough/Buller/Kaikōura region.

We welcome donations to this worthy cause from individuals, organisations and businesses - please contact Seona Christie, Sport Tasman to find out how you can provide support.

Contact Us


Seona Christie
Sport Start Administrator
03 546 3301
admin@sporttasman.org.nz



Application Forms

​​​​​​​Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough/Buller/Kaikōura

​​​​​​​SportStart Application Form  - (Individual)
SportStart Registration Form

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