Community support - Interislander

Connecting communities across Aotearoa New Zealand

At Interislander, supporting the communities we connect is part of who we are. Our community support programme offers travel vouchers that make it easier for groups to fundraise, take part in events, or celebrate achievements.

Our support focuses on the following three key pillars that reflect who we are and the role we play across the motu.

Environmental action

Caring for Aotearoa’s environment

We support groups leading environmental projects such as planting days, community clean ups, restoration work, waste reduction initiatives, and environmental education.
Our travel vouchers help bring more people together to look after our whenua.

Youth travel and education

Inspiring the next generation

We’re here to reduce barriers for young people exploring, learning, and connecting across Aotearoa. This support is available for schools, sports teams, youth development programmes, and outdoor education groups.

Adventure and exploration

Celebrating the outdoors together

We back groups that help communities get outside and enjoy active recreation. This includes outdoor clubs, community events, adventure programmes, and recreation initiatives that encourage discovery and connection.

How it works

Apply online and tell us about your organisation, your project, and which pillar it aligns with.
Receive a travel voucher. Successful applicants will be sent an Interislander travel voucher.

Use your voucher

Offer vouchers as prizes or incentives to encourage participation.
Use vouchers in raffles, auctions, or other fundraising activities to raise money for your project.

Share your story

After your event, send us a photo or short update so we can celebrate your impact with our community.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

Community groups, schools, trusts, clubs, not-for-profit organisations, youth groups
Clear alignment to at least one programme pillar
Vouchers used for fundraising, participation, or community events
Activities take place in Aotearoa New Zealand
Only one voucher provided to the same organisations every 12 months

Not eligible:

Commercial or private travel
Political or religious promotion
Requests that sit outside the scope of the programme
Individuals travelling on their own

We will only be in contact if you have been successful.

Online community support application form

Section 1: Organisation details

Organisation name

Type of organisation: (e.g., school, trust, community group, iwi/hapū, festival committee)

Charity/registration number (if applicable):

Contact person:

Phone number:

Email address:

Website/social media (optional):

Section 2: Project information

Project name or event:

Brief description of your project/activity (max 200 words):

Location(s):

Event or fundraising date(s):

Section 3: Pillar alignment

Section 4: Voucher use

Describe how the voucher will support your project (max 150 words):

Section 5: Impact & storytelling

Who will benefit from this support? (e.g., number of participants, community reach)

How will you share your story with us after the event? (e.g., photo, short update, social media post)

Section 6: Declaration

By submitting this application, you confirm that:

The information provided is accurate.

The voucher will be used in line with the pillar selected

You agree to share a short update or photo after your project/event

You are willing for KiwiRail to share your stories/imagery externally on social media and in communications