We are not a traditional grantmaker. Rather than providing one-off funding to a wide range of groups, we focus on strategic partnerships where we can invest time, resources, and influence to support transformative change. Our mahi is grounded in:

• Systems Influence and Advocacy: We support organisations that are working to shift the conditions that hold inequities in place, focusing on long-term solutions rather than short-term fixes.

• High-Trust Relationships: We build partnerships based on mutual respect, shared learning, and a commitment to collective impact.

• Proactive Funding: We seek out organisations whose work aligns with our priorities. As a result, we do not have an open application process, and we rarely fund unsolicited proposals.

What This Means for You

If you’re considering reaching out to us please take into account the following:

• We do not operate a contestable funding round or accept general funding applications.

• Our funding is targeted and strategic, focused on initiatives that align closely with our priorities around systems change, advocacy, and long-term impact.

• We are always open to learning about impactful mahi in our region, but most of our partnerships are proactively initiated by us.