Our Stories
$563,000+ Grants Distributed
More than $563,000 worth of grants have been distributed to a variety of worthy local causes from Sunrise Foundation's annual funding round.
Keeping Loved Ones Safe in Tairāwhiti
For families with a loved one living with dementia, autism, or other conditions that put them at risk of wandering, peace of mind is priceless.
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.
Equipping Youth for Life Through Bush Kura
Bush Kura’s Pukeko course offers 8–11-year-olds an unforgettable three-day experience immersed in te taiao (the natural world), helping them disconnect from devices, build resilience, and gain practical life skills.
New Kai Model Focuses on Long-Term Wellbeing
Sunrise is proud to support SuperGrans Tairāwhiti with a grant that has helped launch a new resilient kai system in our region.
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.
Supporting Music Education in Tairāwhiti
A grant from Sunrise’s Arts Fund, established by Dame Bronwen and Dr Peter Holdsworth, is helping Music Education Tairāwhiti deliver its 2025 Community Engagement Programme, bringing high-quality, hands-on music experiences to youth…
Bringing Health Education to Life
With the help of a Sunrise Foundation grant, Life Education Trust has continued its mission to deliver health and wellbeing education to children and youth in the Gisborne, East Coast,…