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Where you can give

You can donate in just a few clicks to any of our live endowment funds, which is the easiest way to support the causes and communities you care about. Each fund is carefully directed to where it will make the greatest difference, guided by robust data, local insight, and the knowledge and experience of our people.

Pulse

These funds give us greater flexibility to respond to Canterbury’s changing needs and enable timely support during moments of crisis, while helping sustain the long-term strength and resilience of our organisation.

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Discretionary Fund

The Discretionary Fund allows us to direct support when and where it is needed most. It also strengthens existing initiatives and helps sustain the ongoing mahi of Kura Tāwhiti. 

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Emergency Fund

In the event of a significant local emergency, we may activate a dedicated emergency fund to receive donations and help enable timely relief and long-term recovery.

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People

We are committed to supporting our people, and honouring knowledge, whakapapa and experience. These funds focus on supporting the people living and working in the wider Christchurch region.

Life Fulfilled Fund

Support whānau wellbeing, addiction recovery and mental health awareness, and help prevent suicide.

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Muslim Community Fund

Create pathways for young muslims through educational scholarships. 

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Kate Sheppard Women's Fund

Ensure women's rights and voices are forever valued, amplified and supported.

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CV Gallagher Trust Fund

Provide talented students with the opportunities they need to thrive.

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Koed Lymphoedema Fund

Enable life-changing lymphoedema research, treatment and recovery.

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Women Entrepreneurs Fund

A non-contributory fund supporting female founders with living expenses.

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Place

We are proud of this place, and the legacies we uphold. These funds focus on what makes the wider Christchurch region so special: the strength of our community, the pride we take in our shared identity, and the events and moments that define us.

 

We honour our past and ensure those defining moments for our city are never forgotten.

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Pride Endowment Fund

Champion LGBTQI+ rights and promote diversity in all its forms in greater Ōtautahi Christchurch.

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Storm Resilience Fund

Repair and protect recreational trails and reserves on Banks Peninsula from severe weather damage.

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OPOC Education Fund

A non-contributory fund supporting education for eligible whānau directly affected by March 15.

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Youth Hub

Help Christchurch Youth Hub provide housing and opportunities for at-risk rangatahi.

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Planet

Caring for our whenua is a responsibility we embrace with enthusiasm, and it takes a collective effort. These funds ensure the natural beauty of Christchurch, Selwyn and Waimakariri are restored and preserved for generations to come.

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Green Philanthropy Fund

Accelerate projects that protect our whenua (land), awa (water), and rerenga rauropi (biodiversity).

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Plant a Tree for Canterbury

Support native reforestation, carbon sequestration, and increase biodiversity in our region.

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Urban Forest

Boost food resilience and increase overhead canopy by sponsoring the planting and care of new fruit trees in public parks. 

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Something else close to your heart?

Giving is deeply personal. If you don't see a fund that reflects your interests, or you already have a vision for the impact you'd like to make, we'd be delighted to help you create your own fund.

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