Southland Foundation

Thank you to the Murihiku Runaka and Rio Tinto/NZAS Community Development Fund for your generous support of the Southland Foundation helping us to grow and strengthen our Southland communities.

September is Wills Month and the perfect time to understand the importance of having a will. If you don't have a will in place, part or all of your estate could end up going to people or places you never intended to benefit. For this reason it's so important to have your wishes carried out by making sure you have a legal will in place. A great place to start is our Will Information Pack which provides the in and outs of making a will in New Zealand and all the things you may need to consider. https://lnkd.in/g884EjAH

The Meaning of Wealth in Aotearoa; an interesting series by Corin Dan and Anusha Bradley with RNZ; featuring a diverse range of New Zealanders and their attitudes to wealth, ideas for making us a prosperous country and what to do with money when you have philanthropic visions for causes that have personal meaning. https://lnkd.in/gG5HbtCj

Our CEO Sarah Hannan and Development Manager Rachel Cockburn sat down with Brent Harbour from The Outlet Podcast to talk about the Foundation and its focus on creating a perpetual giving model that ensures long-lasting support for Southland’s regional development and well-being. A great listen for anyone curious about the mechanics behind the perpetual giving model and its transformative potential. https://lnkd.in/g5p5ma4s

In the three months since our launch the Southland Foundation has established five community endowment funds, investing nearly $500,000; as detailed in todays Stuff article. https://lnkd.in/gS9YKvdz

Our inaugural newsletter is now available to read. We are very pleased to give you an update on the Southland Foundations progress and the establishment of various funds since our May launch. You can read our Newsletter here and subscribe through our website to receive future editions. https://lnkd.in/ggDQSpst

Our sincere thanks to our strategic partner The Invercargill Licensing Trust for their continuing support of the Southland Foundation. Thank you ILT for helping us grow generosity in the South.

September is Wills month; our first official opportunity to be part of a Community Foundations national campaign. Having a will is so incredibly important often creating a ripple effect for many future generations. We look forward to sharing this campaign with you.

Did you know one percent of New Zealanders over 65 don't claim their superannuation? If you're in the fortunate position where you don't need your super, consider giving some or all of it back to your community. Your contribution can make a meaningful difference right here at home and is a great way to dip your toe into philanthropy for causes that are close to your heart.