Town Initiatives are a feature introduced in the Welcome amiibo update (or version 1.4) for New Leaf. They are tasks that are displayed on the player's TPC. Each week, the player will receive a total of four town initiatives: two daily initiatives that must be completed before they change to the next morning, and two weekly initiatives that must be completed before the next Monday comes.
List of town initiatives[]
Here is the list of town initiatives:
Name | Description | Reward | Type |
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Game On Initiative | Have some time to kill? Play 3 rounds of Animal Crossing Puzzle League OR Desert Island Escape. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Green Thumb Initiative | <Town name>'s local delicacy, the <fruit>, is always in high demand. Plant a few more <fruit> trees around town. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
In Good Gracie Initiative | Have your fashion sense approved by the fashionista who made spots, like, a thing. Pass Gracie's fashion check. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Host the Most Initiative | If you're proud of your town, open up your station gates and let 1 guest from out of town through! | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Art Appreciation Initiative | Every collector knows their pieces'll end up in a museum eventually. That time has come. Donate a work of art to the <town name> museum. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
HQ Stag Beetle Initiative | Everyday life feeling stagnant? Visit the islands and catch a golden stag, a rainbow stag, or a cyclommatus stag. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Island Import Initiative | When you can't go to the islands, bring the islands to you! Or at least bring 10 things from the islands, using the Items Drop-Off Box. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Letter Initiative | Send a letter with an item to a villager living in your town. | Daily | |
Fashion Forward Initiative | Why hide your bold fashion choices in a closet when they make for great décor? Hang an item of clothing right on your wall. | 1 MEOW Coupon *2 MEOW Coupons |
Daily *No time limit (*tutorial) |
Coupon Kickoff Initiative | Redeem/claim your MEOW coupons at the CAT machine. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily (tutorial) |
Souvenir Sales Initiative | On your next visit to the islands, buy a souvenir. Memories fade, but cheesy knickknacks gather dust forever! | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Curb Appeal Initiative | Your home's outside should look as good as its inside. Order a new exterior from Nook's Homes. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Reel 'Em Initiative | Some say fishing is the most noble of sports. So forget the top hat, and catch 20 fish instead. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Payback Time Initiative | Pay 5,000 Bells back on time, and accountants will create a holiday in your honor! OK, not really, but they'll still appreciate it. | 1-2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Ship It Initiative | Everyone knows the finest goods travel by air. Have your purchases shipped right to your door when you buy 3 items from a catalog, | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Look Fabulous Initiative | What's more fun than changing your look?! OK, a lot of things, but get a new do at the hair salon for a coupon-shaped reward! | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Happiest Homes Initiative | Visit 3 of the newly listed homes in the HH Showcase. It's a greate way to snoop around strangers' houses without being really creepy. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Orchid Mantis Initiative | The orchid mantis is so vain. Catch one by searching flowers that match the color of its extravagant legs. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Mushroom Initiative | A mushroom is the most enigmatic of fungi. Find one that's hiding something dark and deep within...like a table. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Shark Initiative | Go catch a shark of any species. I hear they're way less scary up close... | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Pro Design Initiative | Fashion's not just for the professionals anymore. Start your own trend and create a pro design. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Strike It Rich Initiative | You know that secret rock in town that dispenses Bells when you tap it? ...Oh. Well, now you do! Tap it 8 times for an extra-special prize. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Good Fit Initiative | Some folks dress for success, but why not dress to look great? Get started by spending over 500 Bells at Able Sisters! | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Fortune Seeker Initiative | Catching a lucky break is no accident. You need the right accessories. Buy 3 fortune cookies, and you'll be good to go. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Public Works Initiative | Philanthropists are better than good--they're amazing. Donate 10,000 Bells to public works in <town name>. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Fossil Record Initiative | The earth beneath you is full of undiscovered relics...but not for long! Present 5 fossils to the museum in <town name>. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Tropical Garden Initiative | Why travel across the sea for tropical produce when you can grow it locally? Plant a banana or coconut tree on your town's beach. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Fossil Boss Initiative | Fill the <town name> museum by donating a relic from the past. I mean, what else are you gonna do with a dinosaur head? | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Mole Cricket Initiative | Go catch a mole cricket. And here's a helpful tip: listen closely to the ground beneath you. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Clear Water Initiative | The water's a place for fish and fun, not trash and tires! Remove 1 piece of litter from the sea and rivers of <town name> | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Axe Collector Initiative | Axe technology is constantly improving. Be sure to pick up the latest model at your local store. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Tuna Initiative | Uh-oh! Your mayo misses its best friend, Tuna! Catch one from the ocean and reunite this classic combo. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Tree Hugger Initiative | It doesn't have to be Arbor Day to celebrate your love of trees. Do mother nature a favor and plant 3 tree or shrub saplings. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Rock On Initiative | Having a bad day? Need to release some of that pent-up frustration? Then go ahead and SMASH SOME ROCKS! | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Pike Initiative | Let's catch a pike! Good thing these fish rarely show up during the day. I wouldn't want to see those teeth sparkle in the sun too often! | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Flower Power Initiative | <Town name> should always be in bloom! Plant some flower seeds around town. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Lucky Item Initiative | You'll need a little luck to complete this initiative. A lucky item, that is. Wear today's lucky item for your sweet coupon reward. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Bug Boss Initiative | Bug catchers get no respect. It's time so show the world what you're capable of! So don't hold back. Go out there and catch 20 bugs. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Bug Boost Initiative | Even bugs like to be admired every once and awhile. Let your insect pals take center stage, and donate at least one to your local museum. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Joke's On You Initiative | Don't be that person who laughs at the wrong moment. Be polite and learn Dr. Shrunk's jokes within the allocated time frame. | 1 MEOW Coupon |
Daily |
Interior Design Initiative | Give your walls a fresh coat of paint... or wallpaper. Better yet? Ask Saharah to redecorate your place for you. | 3 MEOW Coupons |
Weekly |
Small Talk Initiative | A good neighbor knows all the latest scuttlebutt happening in town. So go chat and chew the fat with 5 residents of <town name>. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Beekeeper Initiative | It's time to take action against bee stings and all that they stand for! Now go catch a bee and give it a stern talking-to. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Pay it Forward Initiative | When words aren't enough, say it with a gift. Send someone in your town a letter with a little something extra. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Fish it Forward Initiative | A fish thrives in its natural habitat. Luckily, it will also thrive when you donate it to the <town name> museum! | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Cash for Clutter Initiative | Out with the old and in with the new! Clear out an unwanted item by selling it at Re-Tail. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Koi Initiative | They can be coy, those koi. Catch one by fishing in the morning or evening. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Rainmaker Initiative | Quench nature's thirst! Water the flowers in your town 20 times. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Equity Building Initiative | It's time to diminish that debt! Pay off your home loan already. (See terms and conditions of your contract for more details.) | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Giant Isopod Initiative | If you're looking for a way to impress your friends, here's an idea! Dive into the ocean and catch a giant isopod. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Turnip Profit Initiative | The bigger the risk, the bigger the reward. Purchase 100 turnips. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Outside Options Initiative | Realtors who care, share. Find an exterior in another town's real estate office, and ask yours to make it available in <town name>. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Invest in Yourself Initiative | Send a message that tells your future self that you care--stash at least 5,000 Bells in the envelope. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Dive Deep Initiative | Fortune favors the brave... and those willing to explore the ocean's depths to find 10 underwater treasures. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Stringfish Initiative | Do not fear the giant, looming shadow beneath the river's surface. Catch the legendary stringfish behind it! | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Island Time Initiative | Rain or shine, sun or snow, it's always vacation season. Embrace your inner tourist and go on an island tour 1 time. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Retail Therapy Initiative | Feeling down? Looking for a little excitement? Then treat yourself! Go crazy and buy something that costs at least 50,000 Bells. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Giant Snakehead Initiative | Great things are in store for those who can catch their very own giant snakehead... So go catch one already | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Barista Booster Initiative | There's nothing like waking up every day to some extra cash! Pick up a part-time job at the Roost. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Saddled Bichir Initiative | Seeing a saddled bichir is like getting a blast from the past. Catch one of these rare living fossils by fishing the rivers at night. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Banded Dragonfly Initiative | Want to become an instant bug-catching legend? Catch a banded dragonfly. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Dream Sharing Initiative | Dreaming no longer has to be an individual sport! Join the team, and share your dreams at the Dream Suite. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
TPC Refresh Initiative | Have you seen your TPC photo lately? You're not fooling anyone. Update your TPC with a more recent image. | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Cicada Research Initiative | Cicadas are mysterious creatures. Crack the mystery wide open by collecting 3 cicada shells | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Pyrotechnic Pro Initiative | The "oohs" and "aaahs" will abound when you light up the sky with a custom fireworks display. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Birdwing Butterfly Initiative | Next time you're traveling to the summer islands, net a birdwing butterfly and snag yourself this fine reward. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Horseshoe Crab Initiative | Horseshoe crabs aren't as lucky as their inanimate counterpart, but if you're lucky, you'll catch one on a night dive. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
King Salmon Initiative | Looking for a reason to visit the mouth of a river? Then catch a king salmon. | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Stockpile Sweets Initiative | There's never a bad time for a sugar rush. So buy 3 candies and let the sugar-crazed exploits begin. Hee hee hee! | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Fertile Land Initiative | Using fertilizer is like feeding your plant a delicious, vitamin-packed smoothie. Bury some in the soil, and watch them drink it right up. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily |
Oarfish Initiative | It's unclear how useful oarfish would be foe canoeing. Why don't you catch one and give it a try? | 2 MEOW Coupons | Daily |
Local Music Initiative | Feelin' blue? Let the music of K.K. Slider soothe your weary soul. Stop by his concert at 8 p.m. tonight. | 1 MEOW Coupon | Daily (Saturdays) |
Salmon Initiative | They're back! Celebrate the return of the salmon by catching 10 of them. I hope this doesn't stop them from returning next year... | 3 MEOW Coupons | Weekly |
Some of these initiatives will only appear under specific conditions, such as catching fish or bugs that are only available during specific seasons, and Clear Water Initiative will not appear while the Beautiful Ordinance is in effect (since no trash can be fished out of the water).