Latest news
Latest in generosity news on topics of interest across New Zealand, in the media and from our regular and guest bloggers
- "The Great Wealth Transfer is our opportunity to do things differently" - read this recent article published in the New Zealand Law Society's Property Lawyer magazine - read the article here
- Listen to Purposely Podcast and September's interview with Lori Luke, as she describes the generous local people who have decided to leave a gift in their will through the Acorn Foundation to benefit the Western Bay of Plenty in the decades to come - listen to the episode here
- Member story of the month! Read this article in The Press about one Nelson couple, their commitment to their region and their invested endowment giving, which is transforming the work of two local schools - read the article here
Reflections on our national hui
23 May 2022
If our May 2022 conference was indeed a litmus test, then I think the test result was a resounding ‘positive test’ that overall our CFNZ membership network is grounded in a very healthy organisational culture...
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New Patron appointed
18 May 2022
Community Foundations of Aotearoa New Zealand are thrilled to announce that Her Excellency, the Right Honourable Dame Cindy Kiro, GNZM, QSO, Governor-General of New Zealand, has been appointed as Patron for our work.
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Creating rewarding giving experiences
16 May 2022
As Community Foundations, there are challenges to being the connector between donor and community organisation. It can even feel one-step removed at times. The benefits though, come from walking alongside people to realise their giving aspirations, and even playing a part informing them...
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The smarter way to give something back
06 May 2022
For those who want to do good in a strategic and long-lasting way, the Community Foundation model is worth a look...
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The fastest growing form of philanthropy
31 Mar 2022
The greatest inter-generational transfer of wealth in human history is currently underway, which is estimated to be around $1.1t across New Zealand over the next 20 years...
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A new way of thinking
10 Feb 2022
White Paper just released. The charity sector is changing and communities are looking for smarter ways to manage community funds. Generous locals are looking for an easy way to leave a personal local legacy. Having an all-encompassing, well-governed structure for communities, simply makes a lot of sense...
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