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Norman MacLean, supporting our creative community in perpetuity

Norman MacLean, supporting our creative community in perpetuity

20 August 2024

Before Norman passed away, he wanted to secure a way to give back to the creative community that had provided him with immense enjoyment over his lifetime.

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What will your legacy be?

What will your legacy be?

20 August 2024

It’s estimated that up to 50 percent of adults in New Zealand do not have a will.

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Burns whanau join forces to support Environment Fund

Burns whanau join forces to support Environment Fund

07 August 2024

“After our home was flooded it was small community groups like Sunrise that were there when we needed it and that meant a lot.

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Trust Transfer provides unexpected boost for Sunshine Service

Trust Transfer provides unexpected boost for Sunshine Service

07 August 2024

After more than 50 years, Poverty Bay Antique Society Inc (PBAS) will soon disband, opting to transfer their remaining cash to Sunrise Foundation to benefit the Sunshine Service Endowment Fund.

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Generous nurse caring for others, forever  

Generous nurse caring for others, forever  

17 May 2024

As a Gisborne nurse for over 35 years and a 3rd generation local, Holly says knowing that her donation will stay local is important.

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Endowment fund to support community well-being 

Endowment fund to support community well-being 

17 May 2024

Stefan Pishief, Whiti Ora Tairāwhiti chief executive says they wanted a way to secure their financial future because as a not-for-profit trust it can be challenging to align with multiple…

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It’s a smart way to give 

It’s a smart way to give 

17 May 2024

Confident in Sunrise’s understanding of where the greatest needs in our community are and which groups are doing impactful work, Adam says becoming a donor has enabled his philanthropic generosity…

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Helping those less fortunate through Workplace Giving 

Helping those less fortunate through Workplace Giving 

16 February 2024

The simple inclusion of a Sunrise workplace giving flyer in induction packs for new staff means they are giving employees the option to support causes close to home, and close…

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