What better reason to give than to support the place you call home? At Sunrise Foundation, we believe generosity starts locally. When you give through Sunrise, your donation is invested in the Gisborne-Tairāwhiti region, helping ensure a better future for generations to come.
“Your gift will stay local, and that focus is what makes Sunrise so special,” says Glenda Stokes, CEO of Sunrise Foundation. “We’re here to support the causes that matter most to people in our community.”
Gifts to Sunrise are invested in an endowment fund, where they are carefully managed to ensure they continue to benefit our community long into the future. Each year, only the income earned is distributed in grants, while a small portion is retained to protect against inflation and market changes. This ensures your donation doesn’t just make a one-off difference — it continues to grow and give forever. Whether it’s in 10, 50 or 100 years, your gift will still be helping people in our region and supporting the causes you care about most.
“You don’t need to be wealthy to make a difference,” says Glenda. “Even small, regular contributions can add up to a big impact over time.”
Sunrise makes giving easy and effective. With one donation, you can support multiple causes or trust our experienced grants committee to direct funds where they’re most needed in Sunrise's annual funding round. Low administration costs and transparent policies mean your donation is in safe hands.
When you give through Sunrise Foundation, you’re creating lasting impact right where it matters most—at home.
Learn more about the different ways to give through Sunrise Foundation here.
Local Giving For Local Needs. That’s what it’s all about.
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