Our vision
Philanthropy New Zealand is pivotal to the continued development and refinement of philanthropy and grantmaking in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
It has a distinctive role leading debate and focusing attention on exemplary philanthropic practice in Aotearoa, New Zealand. As the peak body for philanthropic and grantmaking organisations Philanthropy New Zealand will build on its role as the voice on matters of Philanthropy and continue being a catalyst and dynamic contributor to a thoughtfully generous Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Our Vision:
A thoughtfully generous Aotearoa, New Zealand
Our Purpose:
Philanthropy New Zealand will promote effective philanthropy and grantmaking by supporting members, providing leadership and a facilitative environment.
Philanthropy New Zealand will:
- Be the respected voice on issues that concern or impact on philanthropy in New Zealand.
- Be a catalyst for thoughtful giving in New Zealand.
- Be an information conduit and convenor of a safe space – to enable trusts and foundations to learn from each other’s experience, discuss matters of common concern and confer with funders from other sectors.
- Be a motivator of best practice in the philanthropic world, as informed by research; which will include providing information on good practice, sound governance practices, effective administration, thoughtful, insightful grantmaking practices.
- Be an initiator of and contributor to, research on matters that impact on the philanthropic sector in New Zealand.
- Be an active participant in international philanthropic networks.
- Be a professional, learning and responsive organisation, committed to continuous learning and development, providing professional services to members whilst supporting high quality staff.