Creating transformational change for our communities.

Our mission is to build healthy, thriving and resilient communities across Te Upoko o te Ika a Maui the Greater Wellington region. Read about our impact and the wonderful mahi happening in our communities below.

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A whānau and women-centred approach to health.

Established in 1991 after the Cartwright Inquiry, Mana Wāhine Incorporated has a kaupapa to empower and support women to make informed choices about their health.

In 2023, Mana Wāhine launched their own website to encourage women to take charge of their health and showcase their services in a powerful, meaningful and vivid way.

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Providing inclusive opportunities for fun and exploration.

Founded in 2004, the Autism Intervention Trust has a mission to enable success for every child by supporting families with an autistic child in practical and positive ways. The Autism Intervention Trust sought funding to cover operational expenses to run their weekly gym classes, providing inclusive opportunities for fun and exploration.

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Strengthening the story of a Wellington institution.

Now in its 95th year, Wellington Free Ambulance is one of our region’s most well-known for-purpose organisations. With a goal to strengthen their storytelling, Wellington Free Ambulance undertook a GoodMeasure Report with local organisation, ImpactLab. Nikau Foundation was delighted to support.

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Transformational funding for a Wellington institution.

Almost 50 years since being established by Peter Button OBE QGM, Life Flight has completed over 40,000 missions nationwide, helping the community access the urgent medical care they need when there are minutes to spare. Nikau Foundation was delighted to help Life Flight purchase a new trailer, enabling safer and more efficient take-offs from their Lyall Bay HQ.

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