Philanthropy

Kiwis Give More than $23m despite Economic Challenges and On-going Cost of Living pressures

Second Annual Philanthropy Report Even with a tightening investment return outlook amid a prolonged economic slump and high inflation, the past year has brought heartening news for the charitable sector. The second annual Perpetual Guardian philanthropy report, released in line with the 2023 Philanthropy New Zealand conference, records total giving for the year to 30 […]

Kiwis Give More than $23m despite Economic Challenges and On-going Cost of Living pressures Read More »

Not-for-profit Governance strengthened by new industry partnership

A new professional course to support philanthropy organisations is launching in the New Year, following a partnership between Perpetual Guardian, New Zealand’s philanthropy leader, and the professional body for directors. Together Perpetual Guardian and the Institute of Directors (IoD) have created a hub of learning modules and governance resources for not-for-profit and social enterprise directors.

Not-for-profit Governance strengthened by new industry partnership Read More »

perpetual guardian foundation activation fund

Activation Fund

The Activation fund in the Perpetual Guardian Foundation was established to fund game changing initiatives and courageous leadership in the pursuit of greater social impact in New Zealand communities. The Activation Funds’ giving and giving practices are impact focused.  At full capacity we will seek to: Provide effective platforms for social innovation to emerge, succeed

Activation Fund Read More »

bush fire celeste barber

Celeste Barber’s $52 Million Fundraising Roadblock

Fundraising in periods of disaster is common, and prompt Kiwis’ urge to give. Even in ‘normal’ times, we are supremely generous. The New Zealand Support Report released in February 2020 by Philanthropy New Zealand calculated total philanthropy and grant-making at an astonishing $3.8 billion for 2018. New Zealand is consistently ranked in the top three

Celeste Barber’s $52 Million Fundraising Roadblock Read More »

Top