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Whānau Frying Pan

Whānau Frying Pan

PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 2021 Whaanau Frying Pan Food nurtures and connects us across cultures and places. It’s also one of life’s greatest pleasures! That’s why we decided to bring together our Mentors and Scholars to share our favourite meals. Watch the video...
Into the whānau frying pan

Into the whānau frying pan

PUBLISHED AUGUST 2022 Out of the whanau frying pan First Foundation are holding a special event for scholars and mentors to celebrate our diversity and connection through food. Culture and food traditions play an important role in shaping who we are and coming...
‘I wanted her to have more than we’ve had’

‘I wanted her to have more than we’ve had’

PUBLISHED MAY 2021 ‘I wanted her to have more than we’ve had’ Receiving a place in the First Foundation programme is a big moment for each scholar – and for their whole whānau as well. The youngest of four children, Year 13 student Ariana Paul will be the first in her...
Long-term partnership benefits 70 scholars

Long-term partnership benefits 70 scholars

PUBLISHED MARCH 2021 Scholar gains on-the-ground experience By the end of the year, Spark will have signed on to support their 70th First Foundation scholar. Find out how this long-term partnership is changing lives, and benefitting the telecommunications company at...
Work experience gives scholar direction

Work experience gives scholar direction

PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 2020 Work experience gives scholar direction When Joel Hall was in high school, he didn’t immediately know what career was right for him. But through paid work experience with his scholarship partner Fonterra, he discovered what he wanted to focus...