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

Celebrating community philanthropy

08 Mar 2023

As Patron of Community Foundations, I’m glad to have this opportunity to acknowledge the work that you do to support New Zealanders and communities across the country...

Cyclone Gabrielle response and recovery

21 Feb 2023

Community Foundations can play a central role in communities at times of disaster. Initially, they can help with disaster-response and they step in to help the community recover for the long-term...

Responding in times of emergencies

14 Feb 2023

If you are wondering how to best help those impacted by cyclone Gabrielle, or the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, here are some considerations based upon our experience and global best practice....

Collaboration, communication and clarity

30 Jan 2023

A new year brings new opportunities, change, challenges and success so it’s timely to consider, as community foundations set up for the new year, three top tips for philanthropic success: collaboration, communication, and clarity...

Give and get your tax back

26 Jan 2023

Now is a great time of year to consider giving goals, as donations made now are eligible for a 33.3% tax credit this year, up to the amount of tax you pay ...

A short and imperfect history of early New Zealand philanthropy

24 Jan 2023

For those of you interested in philanthropy, a look at the history of Aotearoa New Zealand shows that our philanthropic culture, post-colonisation, started slowly, responding cautiously to emerging needs...

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