The Christchurch Foundation

Some of us are already heading away to our favourite holiday spot, or logging off to enjoy the sunshine with whānau. But for those who are doing it tough, that's where One Mother to Another NZ comes in. Through Craigs Investment Partners' workplace giving programme, they've chosen to support this incredible charity through the Christchurch Foundation - these funds will provide care packages for whānau spending their holiday season in hospital with newborns in NICU or children in the paediatric ward ❤️ The photos are of the Christchurch team volunteering earlier in December to make up the care packages being delivered over the summer break. Craigs Workplace Giving allows employees to donate a portion of their monthly paycheque to support charities in their local community. Craigs matches these donations, up to $500 per employee per year. Now in its sixth year, Craigs Workplace Giving has collectively donated $944,000 to charities nationwide. #CommunitySupport #Healthcare #ChristchurchCares  #CommunityFoundations #Giving #ChristmasGenerosity

Our very own Lynne Umbers, supported by Community Foundations of Aotearoa New Zealand's ED, Arron Perriam: “You hear about philanthropy always the being the big dollar, but that isn’t really the case, philanthropy is for the love of humanity.” A wonderfully succinct description of the magic that is community foundations, and it's true "Now is the time to start your giving!" 🧧🧧🧧 #Generosity #Community #FutureGenerations

“You hear about philanthropy always the being the big dollar, but that isn’t really the case, philanthropy is for the love of humanity.” We’re excited to present a special double-header conversation with Lynne Umbers of The Christchurch Foundation and Arron Perriam of Community Foundations of Aotearoa New Zealand.Community Foundations are one of the fastest-growing avenues for philanthropy, offering individuals a meaningful way to support local causes that are close to their hearts. Watch the video below to learn more! #12DaysofGiving #Philanthropy #GiveBack #MakeADifference

Through Craigs Investment Partners workplace giving programme, the Christchurch Foundation is proud to support Tamai Sports to help remove barriers to sports participation for tamariki in Christchurch East. Craigs Workplace Giving allows employees to donate a portion of their monthly paycheque to support charities in their local community. Craigs matches these donations, up to $500 per employee per year. Now in its sixth year, Craigs Workplace Giving has collectively donated $944,000 to charities nationwide. This funding will provide transport, uniforms, equipment and access to positive coaching mentors. Sport has the power to transform young lives, and we're grateful to partner with Craigs Investment Partners to make it more accessible. #MondayMotivation #Sport #CommunityImpact #CommunityFoundations #Giving #ChristmasGenerosity

Community is where it's at ... 🌳 ☀️ 🌿 👨👩👧👦 🏡 "It’s true that shifts in community outcomes most effectively come about from local community action. There is immense power that comes from the energy that resonates from community philanthropy – from the people who care and know their communities, working together to build the future. ... often this involves a shift in perspectives as people draw closer to communities, understanding more deeply local needs and aspirations, who is doing great work and investing wholeheartedly in community champions. ... forms of more participatory philanthropy, which involve community and share decision making power ... are steadily growing across the country, shifting away from the top-down approach of clichéd big philanthropy, towards being much more community and human-centric." #LetsTalk

Congratulations to Rick Harvie and Jane Mahoney for being awarded Best Feature Film at Arquitectura Film Festival Santiago│ARQFILMFEST 2024. The documentary explores ‘partnership, loss and the enduring importance of architecture in shaping and influencing our lives’. The Christchurch Foundation is delighted to have supported the research for the making of this film.

While school has wrapped this week for most tamariki, there are incredible community organisations who are already planning for the 2025 school year. Education is key to breaking cycles of disadvantage, so we're proud to have directed funds this Christmas to Christchurch Aunties through Craigs Investment Partners workplace giving programme. Craigs Workplace Giving allows employees to donate a portion of their monthly paycheque to support charities in their local community. Craigs matches these donations, up to $500 per employee per year. Now in its sixth year, Craigs Workplace Giving has collectively donated $944,000 to charities nationwide. This funding will support the Aunties' Back-to-School Campaign, helping local families manage the significant costs of starting a new school year. It was a pleasure to support this workplace giving as our region's local community foundation. #EducationAccess #CommunitySupport #ChristchurchCommunity #CommunityFoundations #Giving #ChristmasGenerosity

We're delighted to have supported the facilitation of Craigs Investment Partners workplace giving donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Christchurch this Christmas. Craigs Workplace Giving allows employees to donate a portion of their monthly paycheque to support charities in their local community. Craigs matches these donations, up to $500 per employee per year. Now in its sixth year, Craigs Workplace Giving has collectively donated $944,000 to charities nationwide. This funding has already enabled a new mentoring match between Oceana and her Big Sister Catt, funding their mentoring programme for six months. It's wonderful to see immediate, tangible impact in our community through meaningful connections. It was a pleasure to support this workplace giving as our region's local community foundation. This was one of four charities selected by the Craigs team in Christchurch. Stay tuned over the next week to find out who else they chose to support this Christmas ❤️ #YouthMentoring #CommunityImpact #ChristchurchCommunity #CommunityFoundations #Giving #ChristmasGenerosity

What a generous gift to support women’s health in the Christchurch region, now and in the future. Thank you Karen!

Here's your Monday Morning pick-me-up: The Christchurch Foundation are proud to announce a significant step forward in Canterbury women's health: The establishment of The Koed Lymphoedema Treatment and Research Support Fund, created by local philanthropist Karen Koed. Born from Karen's personal journey with lymphoedema following breast cancer treatment, this endowment fund will help ensure accessible treatment and support services for those who need it most. The fund will: ❤️ Support local lymphoedema treatment services ❤️ Assist patients who face barriers to accessing care ❤️ Fund vital research into this often misunderstood condition This endowment demonstrates how targeted local philanthropy can address specific community healthcare needs. To learn more about contributing to The Koed Lymphoedema Treatment and Research Support Fund or establishing your own fund with us, please reach out! Link to our blog post in the comments 👀 #CommunityHealth #WomensHealth #Canterbury #Healthcare #CommunityFoundations #Philanthropy #ChristchurchNZ