Latest news
Latest in generosity news on topics of interest across New Zealand, in the media and from our regular and guest bloggers
- News article in The Post about Kiwis intentionally shaping their legacies - read the article here.
- Article in LawNews July 2025 'How lawyers and their clients can help the charitable sector' - read the article here.
- Member story of the month! Read this story in The NZ Herald about Judy Beer and her everlasting gift for Northland, to be cared for by Northland Community Foundation - read the article here.
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 Sept 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 Sept 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 Sept 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 Sept 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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