Funder Gathering

Supported by Te Rourou, Vodafone Aotearoa Foundation

For the first time in a long while, we are having face-to-face network gatherings for our funder members!

If you are a PNZ funder member, we have specific sessions focussed on education and climate action (November 2nd), and arts, youth, Māori aspirations and family philanthropy (November 3rd). These sessions will be hosted in Takapuna and Auckland City and is free for funder members. In addition to the sessions there will be great opportunities throughout to connect with others attending.

Those attending the Funding Fundamentals workshop on the 2nd November (10-3pm) may wish to stay on in Auckland for the sessions on the 3rd! 

Registrations are now closed.

Wednesday November 2nd 

10am – 12.30pm Education – Progressing equitable outcomes in education 

This session is relevant to any education funders in our membership who are interested in progressing equitable outcomes for learners.  We will reflect on the philanthropic and grantmakers’ relationship with the Ministry of Education (who will not be present) and how this looks going forward, and hear other useful updates on this topic. 

3.45 – 6pm Climate – Youth perspectives on climate action funding 

Please note this session is full and we are now operating a waitlist.

This session will offer the chance to hear from young people with different experiences and backgrounds about the climate issues and approaches they see as needing funding and support. There will be time to reflect on opportunities as funders and make further connections over drinks and nibbles. 

We are very grateful to Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation for sponsoring and hosting this event.  Sponsorship from WEL Energy Trust will also support invited guests to join this event. 

Thursday 3rd November 

Throughout this second and main day there will be additional spaces to mingle and collaborate alongside the sessions. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be served. 

We are very grateful to Te Rourou, Vodafone Aotearoa Foundation for hosting and sponsoring this network gathering. 

9.30 – 10.30 - The Impact of Arts and Creativity

Meet up with other PNZ funders who support the arts and creative sectors and share your current challenges and aspirations. Alison Taylor and Elyssia Ra’Nee Wilson-Heti of Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi will be facilitating a dynamic panel of arts practitioners including Rosabel Tan and Tanu Gago, speaking to the impact of arts and creativity, the arts and culture ecosystem across Tāmaki Makaurau and the systems change mahi that is being activated both regionally and nationally.

10.45 – 12.15- Youth – Positive Youth Development in Aotearoa  

Following on from the launch of the Positive Youth Development in Aotearoa framework (PYDA) by Wayne Francis Charitable Trust in 2021, join co-chairs Jenn Chowaniec of Wayne Francis Charitable Trust and Kirsty Buggins of Te Rourou, Vodafone Aotearoa Foundation for an interactive and informative look at how this resource impacts your mahi. You will be guided you through key outcomes and approaches in the PYDA and support you to consider how they can be applied to your context through a range of activities. You do not need to be familiar with the first edition of the PYDA to attend this workshop.

 Our presenter for the session will be Penny Prescott.

1.30pm – 3pm - Ki te Hoe – Applying the learnings 

We invite funders to this panel discussion and workshop. Learn more about the Ki te Hoe Framework for funders supporting Māori aspirations, and hear from funders implementing this framework – Kate Thomas of Spark Foundation and Raewyn Kirkman of D.V. Bryant Trust. Share your organisation’s experiences and challenges, learn from others and come away with more ideas and tools for putting this important work into practice.

Ki te Hoe is a partnership between Philanthropy New Zealand, Tōpūtanga Tuku Aroha o Aotearoa, and Tūmanako Consultants. It provides practical pathways for the funding sector to build their understanding of both Te Ao Māori and Te Ao Pākehā, better support Māori aspirations in a mana-enhancing way and contribute to a flourishing nation. 

Our facilitators for this session will be Tūmanako Consultants, Haimona Waititi and Kate Frykberg.

3:15 – 4.30pm - Family Trusts & Foundations – Surveying the scene 

What issues are of emerging importance when delivering the purpose of your family trust or foundation? How is your organisation evolving in a changing world? How is the next generation being supported in their philanthropic journey?  This session, facilitated by Melissa Gibson of Len Reynolds Trust and Raewyn Kirkman of D.V. Bryant Trust, connects you with other family trusts & foundations in our membership to look afresh at the current landscape, identify challenges and opportunities, and plan for action.