Welcome to The Lion Foundation
The Lion Foundation welcomes applications for funding from eligible community organisations.
Apply For Funding
Check-in here to see the latest funding information.
Criteria for applications
The Gambling Act 2003 requires us to annually review the criteria, methods, systems, and policies we use for distributing our net proceeds.
Funding Q & A's
Check-in here to see the answers to commonly asked questions in relation to funding applications..
Audit Q & A's
Check-in here to find answers to frequently asked audit questions and information regarding our Audit procedure.
Complaints Procedure
All complaints received relating to the distribution of proceeds will be considered by the Lion Foundation and a written response will be sent to the complainant within 20 working days.
Printable Application Form
Click here to obtain a copy of our printable application form,
The Lion Foundation Team
Tony Goldfinch
Chief Executive
Rachael Dent
Organisational Development Manager
Samantha Alexander
National Compliance and Grants Manager
Paul Hayes
Communications and Engagement Manager
Philip Steele
National Operations Manager
David Williams
Senior Account Manager - Northern/Waikato
Sam Ecclestone
Senior Account Manager - BOP/Central
James McDonald
Senior Account Manager - Southern
Jesse Vaughan
Account Manager - Auckland/Northland
Dan Weenink
Account Manager - Bay of Plenty
Amy Bass
Account Manager - Waikato
Gean Niu
Account Manager - Wellington/Central
Grant Lancaster
Account Manager - Central
Niki Fisher
Account Manager - Marlborough / Tasman / Nelson / West Coast