Criteria for applications

Who can apply?

The Trust advertises nationally and all New Zealand based community groups with valid road safety initiatives that meet the Trust's criteria and are not fully funded from other sources are eligible to apply.

What are the criteria?

The Trust’s statement of allocation criteria is as follows:

• Applications must be compatible with the Trust’s functions
• Applications must be in accordance with the priorities outlined in the Road Safety to 2010 strategy and be consistent with the New Zealand Transport Strategy insofar as it pertains to road safety
• There must be no known similar programme operating in largely the same sphere of influence
• Fully completed application forms and adequate material in support of the application must be provided. For example:
  • The application is submitted together with a detailed project plan outlining intended outcomes/goals and delivery
  • The project is properly costed and a justified detailed budget is provided
  • Where third party distribution is required written approval is to accompany the application
  • The quality of management and delivery of previously funded initiatives will be taken into consideration
  • Those involved in the delivery of the project are suitably qualified and the qualifications/and or experience is detailed.
• The structure, legal status and longevity of the group will be a deciding factor
• Evaluation measures for the project must be easily identified, valid and realistic. Standards must be provided as necessary.

What will be funded?

The following information is supplied as a general guide only. There may be projects that fall outside these guidelines where the benefit to road safety would be so great that the Trust would wish to take the opportunity of funding them. If you feel your project falls into this category please contact us to discuss it.

It should be noted that large value capital items are not routinely funded by the Trust. Requests for such items will be considered on a case by case basis.

1. Community safety initiatives
Will assist with: Development costs (provided these costs are detailed and are justified) Minor teaching and training aids Printing costs (provided these costs are detailed and justified with quotations) Minor administration costs Minor volunteer travel expenses (actual & reasonable only) Information or publicity campaigns (provided these costs are detailed and justified with quotations) Events with road safety outputs	Will not assist with: Salary Remuneration of volunteers Capital works (construction of any type) Capital items e.g. motor-vehicles, computers, data show, office equipment, etc. (unless fully justified in terms of a major road safety project) Motor-vehicle expenses e.g. maintenance, etc. Speed feedback trailers or signs Utility costs(e.g. electricity, gas telephone, internet etc,) Insurance Rent where the building is owned or already leased by the applicant Food or catering Koha Donations Debt Prizes exceeding $50.00 Commercial enterprises Competitive events sponsorship(e.g. motor-cross) Administration costs on an ongoing basis Government entities local body works which are normally funded through existing Council budgets Repeats of individual projects (except where demonstrated road safety benefits) Projects already fully supported by the Community Road Safety Programme/Local Authority Projects or services normally fully funded by other government agencies Employment related schemes Driver licence programmes including language translations Driving lessons Licence fees Commercial driver licences Defensive driver programmes Application costs & project reports
2. Private Sector technological developments that have road safety benefit and are unable to be fully funded by Government organisations or from revenue generated by sales
Will assist with: Research & development costs Feasibility studies Practical applications	Will not assist with: Production Marketing and sales generation Capital works (construction of any type)
3. Research grants and study awards
The Trust has a formal agreement with the technical Advisory Committee to enable it to manage this area of funding on behalf of the Trust.
4. Training, education, overseas travel and attendance at conferences
Will assist with: Non profit making organisations	Will not assist with: Salaried central and local government employees* Private individuals * Where seeking funding to undertake work that should be funded from within their own organisation.
5. Any other project the Trustees consider is likely to contribute to improved safety on the roads
Will assist with: Development costs (provided these costs are detailed and can be justified) Minor teaching and training aids Minor administration costs Minor volunteer expenses Information or publicity campaigns (provided these costs are detailed and justified with quotations) Seminars	Will not assist with: Salary Capital works (construction of any type) Commercial enterprises Competitive events sponsorship

Applications

Who do I discuss applications with locally?

Applicants are encouraged to discuss their applications with their local Land Transport New Zealand Education Advisor or Road Safety Co-ordinator. These groups are in contact with existing road safety networks in the area and are aware of national and regional road safety priorities. This is important because the Trust needs to ensure that the maximum benefit is gained from each road safety dollar it spends on grants.

What about partial funding?

The Trust recognises that partial funding places additional burdens on groups that could undermine the viability of the project.

Accordingly, the majority of applications approved receive the amount requested. It is therefore important to ensure your project budget is clear and accurately reflects likely costs and projected income (if any). If applicable, please obtain and submit with your application two or three written quotations.

What do I do if I have a research application?

Guidelines for research applications are available on request. These require a more detailed level of information than the Trust application forms.

A technical advisory committee considers research applications. The committee comprises experts from relevant research disciplines. The applications are processed through a robust peer review procedure. In some cases international experts are consulted.

A document containing New Zealand’s current road safety research priorities, "Safety Directions", is available on request.

How do I apply?

Application forms and guidelines to assist with their completion are available from the Trust. Please find the contact details directly below.

If you require further assistance contact:

The Secretary
Road Safety Trust
P O Box 11 470
Manners Street
WELLINGTON
Phone: 04 894 6372 
Fax: 04 8946255

Last updated: 19 June 2008