January 28, 2018
There are at least nine conversations that Philanthropy New Zealand sees happening internationally and locally as philanthropists and grantmakers think about the challenges of doing more and doing better. What’s your take on these crucial… Read more »
January 18, 2018
In a country celebrated for women’s leadership and where women were first to win the vote, it’s surprising to find a shortage of philanthropic funds by women, for women. Dellwyn Stuart of the Auckland Foundation… Read more »
January 11, 2018
With an ear for the doorbell and a care for the underdog, philanthropists Murray and Sue Jones have given millions to support the less fortunate in New Zealand and abroad. We spoke to Murray about… Read more »
January 6, 2018
Congratulations to all the incredible New Zealanders acknowledged on the 2018 New Year’s Honours list with a special mention to Philanthropy New Zealand friends and members: Dames Companion: Rangimarie Naida Glavish, (pictured) Dames Companion for… Read more »
December 14, 2017
We’re delighted to present the revised Transparency Guidelines for funders in Aotearoa New Zealand. Thank you to everyone who submitted feedback during this process. In philanthropy and grantmaking, being transparent simply means being open and… Read more »
November 16, 2017
The community foundation movement has grown in New Zealand to the point where almost all communities across the country have access to, or are establishing, foundations. That is great news for people who want to… Read more »
November 10, 2017
Philanthropy New Zealand talks to Leighton Evans about his recent appointment as Chief Executive of the Rātā Foundation. This new appointment sees Leighton move to Christchurch from Gisborne, where he held senior leadership roles in… Read more »
November 2, 2017
It will be interesting to see whether the new Government makes more use of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a guide to progress in New Zealand. The SDGs haven’t really been on… Read more »
October 27, 2017
For Simplicity founder Sam Stubbs making philanthropy part of his business was simply “the right thing to do.” In August last year, Sam, former CEO of Tower Investment, launched Simplicity, a not-for-profit fund manager that is hard-wired… Read more »
October 19, 2017
The Philanthropy New Zealand (PNZ) Board is pleased to announce that nominations for TWO positions for Board Members have opened. PNZ grantmaker members are warmly invited to consider whether they wish to contribute to our… Read more »