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Latest in generosity news on topics of interest across New Zealand, in the media and from our regular and guest bloggers

  • Purposely Podcast recently interviewed our CE, Eleanor Cater, about the increasingly crucial role of community foundations in communities: local energy tackling local issues - listen here.
  • News article in The Post about women's giving: the quiet revolution - read the article here.
  • Article in LawNews 'How lawyers and their clients can help the charitable sector' - read the article here.
  • Member story of the month! Read this story about the resettlement of the historic $14.5m Bashford-Nicholls Trust into the care of Taranaki Foundation - read the article here.

A smart way forward for local charities

20 May 2019

Many of us know the uncertainty that goes with the ‘scattergun’ approach to fundraising – grant applications out, donor campaigns trialed, ongoing stewardship of bequest prospects and a wide exploration of corporate opportunities and fundraising events. In the world of charity fundraising it sure can be hard to keep your head above water.

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