How to Apply
Documentation required
To apply for an Emergency and Hardship Grant using the online form or to submit a completed application form via email, you will need electronic (scanned) copies of the required supporting documentation. If you can’t provide the information electronically, you will need to print or collect a form from one of the various locations where they are available (see below).
Apply online
- Application forms are available to collect at any Red Cross Service Centre nationwide.
- Download and print out an application form:
- Bereavement Grant form (PDF)
Return Grant application forms
Application forms can be returned to the New Zealand Red Cross 2011 Earthquake Commission in any of the following ways:
- Email to eqgrant@redcross.org.nz (please note, where applications are lodged by email, the required supporting documentation must be scanned and attached to your email)
- Post to:
Freepost 237070
New Zealand Red Cross 2011 Earthquake Grants
PO Box 217
Christchurch Mail Centre 8140 - Deliver in person to the Red Cross, 32 Birmingham Drive, Christchurch.
Please keep a copy of your application for your records.
