Our Stories
Sunrise Snapshots
After Cyclone Gabrielle numerous businesses and groups reached out to us at Sunrise to fund on their behalf, confident we would understand where the greatest need in our community was.
Words from Glenda
We’ve had so much happening behind the scenes at Sunrise lately which is super exciting.
Apply for a grant from Sunrise’s General fund
The Sunrise Foundation understands that every organisation needs various kinds of support to grow and give back to the community.
Generous nurse caring for others, forever
As a Gisborne nurse for over 35 years and a 3rd generation local, Holly says knowing that her donation will stay local is important.
Empowering people to empower themselves
The Sunrise Foundation gave Kete Trust a $5000 grant towards their operating costs so that they can continue to provide local families with a hand up in times of need.
Breaking down barriers through boxing
“Our club is run by six volunteer coaches and is a safe space for kids.
It’s a smart way to give
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…
Endowment fund to support community well-being
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…