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
  • NZ's rich list is in the news! Watch this short story on TVNZ's Breakfast, including the work of Wellington's community foundation - watch the news story 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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12 giving stories making spirits bright

07 Nov 2023

Join us in taking a look through these 12 giving stories that showcase the transformative impact of generosity across Aotearoa

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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 Aotearoa 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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