Our Stories
Honouring Rocky, Securing Midway's Future
Midway Surf Life Saving Club has launched an endowment fund with Sunrise, seeded by a donation from Jude Hall in memory of her late husband, Rocky Hall, a life member…
Giving That Lasts a Lifetime
For nearly a decade, Rob Dymock has been a regular donor to Sunrise Foundation’s General Fund.
A growing fund, a growing future for Alzheimer’s Gisborne
When Alzheimer’s Gisborne first considered starting a fund with Sunrise, their Board of Trustees was understandably cautious due to a lack of funds.
Growing Need, Lasting Impact
Former Sunrise Foundation trustee Lilian Tangaere-Baldwin knows firsthand how vital dialysis support is for whānau in our region.
September is Wills Month
September is Wills Month – a great time to check that your will is up to date and to consider what kind of legacy you want to leave for your community.…
A Passion for Animals Inspires Scholarship Fund
Born and raised in Gisborne, Paul Benge built his life and career here—spending over 40 years co-owning Business Applications Ltd.
Look How Far We've Come
The past year has seen phenomenal growth for Sunrise Foundation. At the end of March 2024, our funds under management totalled $8. 2 million.
ASB Good as Gold Recipient, Steve Sawyer
Long-time conservation champion Steve Sawyer has been recognised on TVNZ’s Seven Sharp as an ASB Good as Gold recipient — a surprise that left him momentarily speechless.