We are grateful for the support of a handful of organisations that help us do our mahi with the at risk communities we work with
Focus on Funders
Foundation North
Vision | Moemoeā: Whatītike oranga | Enhanced lives
The Foundation is uniquely placed to support communities and enhance the lives of individuals and groups across Tāmaki Makaurau and Te Tai Tokerau. As Te Kaitiaki Pūtea ō Tāmaki ō Tai Tokerau in perpetuity, we are able to take an intergenerational view of the needs and aspirations of our rohe.
Our size and scale allow us to support a broad range of community organisations and initiatives and to take risks and support innovative new solutions.
Our Purpose | Tā tātou whāinga: Pūtea kaitiakitanga, hāpai oranga.
To enhance lives through responsible guardianship of our investments and focused funding, anchored by our commitment to Te Tiriti.
Funding Focus Areas | Ngā Hua:
We have two funding pathways that are open all year, which you can apply for online at any time. The pathway you choose depends on how much money you’d like to apply for.
Foundation North | Pūtea Hāpai Oranga • Funding for your community projects
Te Tahua Whakatinana Papakāinga - Lottery Community
Lottery Community grants are available for hapū, marae and not-for-profit organisations with a community or social service focus for ongoing operating costs or projects which help improve the quality of people’s lives in their communities.
A Lottery Community committee looks at the outcomes of your project or services and how they will benefit your community and help:
support volunteers
help people to help themselves
promote community wellbeing
promote community or cultural identity
support vulnerable people
help people feel that they belong and can take part in their community.
Te Muka Rau
Our vision is:
A socially cohesive Aotearoa New Zealand where:
Te Ao Māori is strong and vibrant
The central place of Te Ao Māori in Aotearoa is understood and supported by all
We all feel confident and respected in our own cultures and heritage
You are welcome to contact us if you are involved in an initiative that is a strong fit to one of our key goals:
Te Ao Māori is strong and vibrant
The central place of Te Ao Māori in Aotearoa is understood and supported by all
We all feel confident and respected in our own cultures and heritage