DCM (Downtown Community Ministry) works at the tough end of things. When people have no money, no food, and no roof over their heads, they come to us. DCM's vision is for communities where whānau are housed, connected, valued and thriving.
Every Dog Matters
Kick Back Make Change stands for radical love and youth justice. We believe no young person is too “at-risk” to love—and that love is a powerful agent for change. We’re changing the world by refusing to accept youth homelessness. Through projects like The Front Door, we create safe, supportive spaces where rangatahi are seen, heard, and valued and can access the support they need. Ours is a movement for dignity, belonging, and real change.
We are transforming the lives of people to manage life's many challenges through free Social Work Service and subsidised professional Counselling
Providing holistic, culturally informed mental health and wellbeing services to promote a positive environment for refugee background people to thrive in Aotearoa.
Is to care for puppies from the ages of 0 - 12 months old and find them the best homes for them. We also want to stop the cycle and desex as many community dogs as possible. Based in Auckland, our small team are dedicated to rescuing puppies and providing them with training, socialisation, health care and love so they can go on to lead happy lives once adopted. We are also passionate about the benefits of de-sexing dogs to avoid bringing more unwanted pups into the world.
At Kenzie's Gift, we support the mental health of young Kiwis who've experienced the death or serious illness of a parent or sibling. We understand that grief isn't something kids simply "get over"—it's something they learn to live with, manage, and carry forward.
Empowering young people nationwide to be better New Zealanders through the provision of quality experiences.
Whānau Āwhina Plunket is committed to giving every New Zealand child the best possible start.
We exist to uplift wāhine, interrupt cycles of disadvantage, and perpetuate empowerment within communities creating lasting systemic change.
Wrapping around vulnerable young people who need extra support to step into brighter futures.
Kidney Kids NZ is dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people in New Zealand affected by kidney disease and urinary tract conditions. As a not-for-profit organisation, we provide essential support, resources, and advocacy to help our Kidney Kids and their families navigate the challenges of these conditions.
To lift the mental health and wellbeing of all people in Aotearoa New Zealand.
A world where marine mammals are respected, protected and saved from unnecessary harm.
We walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive social change.
The organisation’s vision is to Empower People Towards Wellness. This vision focuses our mission to improve the quality of life of people who live with a complex chronic illness, as well as that of their loved ones. The vision and mission drive our purpose to empower and educate members and advocate for their needs and their lives.
We uplift people, nourish communities, and connect through food. At Cater Plus Foundation, we stand for backing everyday champions with a hand up — not a handout. Through small acts and bold ideas, we create big impacts where they’re needed most across Aotearoa.
Our vision is an Aotearoa with zero new HIV transmissions, where all people living with HIV thrive, and rainbow and takatāpui communities enjoy great sexual health.
Working together with Otago whānau to make change that inspires hope for a better future
We connect, support and advocate for those affected by head and neck cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand. We envision a world where every person affected by head and neck cancer feels supported, informed, and empowered. A world where early detection saves lives, and no one faces this journey alone.
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari began with a dream to protect the plant and animal species living on Maungatautari, located in the heart of the mighty Waikato. In the early 2000's the community came together to restore and protect this precious environment and, in doing so, created the largest fenced eco-sanctuary in the world - gotta love a solid bit of kiwi ingenuity!
Paws of Hope Foundation’s mission is to provide free, premium quality pet food to families and individuals facing financial hardship who are struggling to feed their pets. The programme is delivered through food banks and aims to ensure that pets are not abandoned or surrendered due to financial difficulties.
Visionwest exists to address homelessness, reduce poverty, support the elderly, and ensure young people have hope for the future.
Mana Tipua’s purpose is to tautoko the hauora and mana of rangatahi takatāpui and their whānau, and to enable them to flourish in the fullness of their identity.
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