Latest news
Latest in generosity news on topics of interest across New Zealand, in the media and from our regular and guest bloggers
- Listen to Dr Claire Routley interviewed on National Radio about shaping personal legacies and community foundations - listen to the interview here
- Research shows how a simple legal conversation can change the world - read our article in the September 2023 edition of NZ Law Society Magazine Lawtalk - read the article here
- Kiwi generosity is shifting towards local legacies - read the article here.
- Feature of the month - read this terrific article from Taranaki Foundation about local trusts finding solutions to future sustainability through their local community foundation - read the article here
Giving smarter this silly season
07 Nov 2023
The festive season can be a tough time for the most marginalised in local communities and local generosity and care can make a real difference ...
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Growing community philanthropy
03 Oct 2023
Eleanor Cater's research report on 'Expediting the growth of community philanthropy' explores what makes an enabling environment for philanthropy to thrive, the result of a 2023 Winston Churchill Fellowship project...
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Activate Impact - 2023 conference
28 Sep 2023
Our sector conference was held from September 19-20 2023 in Wellington. With this year's theme being 'Activate Impact' the lineup included a cross section of thought leaders from Aotearoa NZ and around the world....
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Name change and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
26 Sep 2023
In a move that reflects a genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Community Foundations of New Zealand is proud to announce a change to its identity...
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A simple legal conversation can change the world
17 Sep 2023
Research from across the world points to a pivotal moment where lawyers and estate planners have influence over estate planning conversations; a moment which is becoming hard to ignore...
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Where there’s a will, there’s a way (to give back)
11 Sep 2023
For those who want to use their will to do good in a strategic and long-lasting way, the community foundation model is worth a look...
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