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young kiwis from low-income households
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Your gift will make a meaningful impact, helping talented young people access opportunities and resources they need to succeed.
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Become a regular donor and provide continual support through all stages of our scholars journey.
Leave a gift in our will
Leaving a gift in your Will is an act of kindness that can make a lasting and transformative impact on countless lives, well into the future.
Philanthropy and major giving
First Foundation is a registered Charitable Trust CC25563.
Donations over $5 or more are tax deductible and will be receipted.
You can pay via credit card using the form above, or make your donation via bank transfer –
Account Name: First Foundation
Account Number: 12-3048-0361503-00
Ref: Your Name
Please email milly.whitefoot@firstfoundation.org.nz for your charitable tax receipt including your name, organisation name, the payment date and amount.
The need for your support
Each year, the demand for First Foundation’s support increases.
Despite the talent and potential of young people from diverse backgrounds, not all are given the same opportunities to succeed.
1 in 8 children in New Zealand live in a households experiencing material hardship. Only 25% of students from low decile schools pursue tertiary education.
Education is a powerful change agent, and First Foundation’s mission is to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty and disadvantage. The average household income of our scholars is $59,000, with an average of 5.5 people per household.
Last year, we turned away 7 out of 8 deserving applicants.
That’s over 600 capable young people from across New Zealand who miss out on pursuing their dreams due to a lack of resources, networks, and opportunities. That’s just in one year.
Your donation can change all that.
For Aotearoa New Zealand to thrive, we must tap into the full potential of our culturally rich and diverse population.
Each year, the demand for First Foundation’s support increases.
Despite the talent and potential of young people from diverse backgrounds, not all are given the same opportunities to succeed.
1 in 8 children in New Zealand live in a households experiencing material hardship. Only 25% of students from low decile schools pursue tertiary education.
Education is a powerful change agent, and First Foundation’s mission is to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty and disadvantage. The average household income of our scholars is $59,000, with an average of 5.5 people per household.
Last year, we turned away 7 out of 8 deserving applicants.
That’s over 600 capable young people from across New Zealand who miss out on pursuing their dreams due to a lack of resources, networks, and opportunities. That’s just in one year.
Your donation can change all that.
For Aotearoa New Zealand to thrive, we must tap into the full potential of our culturally rich and diverse population.
Get in touch
For more information reach out to Milly Whitefoot, First Foundation’s Development Manager on 021 443 440 or milly.whitefoot@firstfoundation.org.nz. Thanks for your generosity.