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Paws, Purpose and Perpetuity

Paws, Purpose and Perpetuity

07 August 2026

Julia Knight describes herself simply: “I’m not a do-gooder, but I want to do good.

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Creating Pathways to Possibility

Creating Pathways to Possibility

07 August 2026

A grant from Sunrise Foundation, made possible through The Tindall Foundation, is helping Tōnui Collab deliver its innovative Pā Hangarau programme to tamariki across Te Tairāwhiti.

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Investing in Local Futures Through Scholarships

Investing in Local Futures Through Scholarships

07 August 2026

Education changes lives, and through a growing number of scholarship funds, Sunrise Foundation is helping local students take the next step towards their future.

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Hearing Fund in Action

Hearing Fund in Action

07 August 2026

A grant from Sunrise’s Hearing Fund has helped Ollie Egan purchase a laptop that is compatible with his cochlear implants, allowing them to connect directly and making online learning, research…

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Investing in the Heart of Our Community

Investing in the Heart of Our Community

07 August 2026

A new endowment fund has been established for The Y Gisborne, creating a lasting investment in the wellbeing of our community and helping secure the future of one of Tairāwhiti's…

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Founding Trustees Stepping Aside

Founding Trustees Stepping Aside

07 August 2026

Sunrise Foundation has farewelled two trustees whose commitment and leadership have helped shape the organisation from its earliest days.

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From the Coast, For the Coast

From the Coast, For the Coast

07 August 2026

A new endowment fund is helping secure the future of Te Ara Kauhoe, a community-led initiative that trains local swimming and water safety instructors from East Coast communities.

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Backing Aurora's Bright Futures

Backing Aurora's Bright Futures

14 May 2026

Sunrise Foundation is delighted to announce the establishment of The Aurora Education Foundation Endowment Fund, created to support the foundation's work with high-potential children across our region.

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