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Whanganui Community Foundation decision bucks trends
Wednesday, 26 March 2014, 12:36 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand (PNZ) is surprised at the Whanganui Community Foundation’s recent decision to disestablish the position of its chief executive Judith Timpany, along with the positions of two other staff members, and replace them with an administrative ... More >>
NZ philanthropy has survived the global financial crisis
Thursday, 28 November 2013, 9:53 am | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy in New Zealand has so far survived the global financial crisis (GFC), with more than three quarters of respondents in the first national survey of grantmakers saying they have either not changed the amount of money they award, or they have ... More >>
Big-hearted New Zealanders double their donations
Wednesday, 29 February 2012, 10:25 am | Philanthropy New Zealand
Media Release 29 February 2012 Big-hearted New Zealanders double their donations to charitable causes New Zealanders have doubled their donations to charitable causes in the past six years, a new report has revealed. The ‘Giving New Zealand’ Philanthropic ... More >>
Congratulations John Todd – Well Deserved!
Monday, 1 June 2009, 3:00 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand offers it congratulations to John Todd on being awarded the Companion of the Order of New Zealand. More >>
Imputation credits should be available to charity
Thursday, 14 August 2008, 1:03 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Today's release of a discussion document on making imputation credits available to charities has been welcomed by members of ComVoices, an independent coalition of Tangata Whenua, community and voluntary sector organisations. More >>
Payroll Giving - a whole lot easier to give
Thursday, 17 April 2008, 2:24 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand says putting payroll-giving into action in New Zealand workplaces should bring about a stronger culture of giving and generosity. More >>
A More Generous Nation Predicted
Tuesday, 1 April 2008, 2:28 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand predicts an increase in giving will result from a tax change that comes into effect today. More >>
Farewell to a Great NZ Philanthropist and Leader
Monday, 3 September 2007, 1:36 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
It is with great sadness that Philanthropy New Zealand today marks the passing of one of New Zealand’s most remarkable philanthropic leaders, Sir Roy McKenzie. Sir Roy, 84, died in Wellington after a long illness. More >>
Government encourages generosity
Thursday, 17 May 2007, 4:20 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand welcomes the Government’s budget commitment to remove the tax rebate threshold for individuals and companies donating to charities. More >>
Making a Difference
Wednesday, 28 March 2007, 11:09 am | Philanthropy New Zealand
A report released today shows New Zealanders are giving an estimated $1.3 BILLION every year to help the communities in which they live. More >>
Philanthropy New Zealand Wants No Cap On Giving
Friday, 26 January 2007, 2:25 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Philanthropy New Zealand is keen to see the Government act quickly in ensuring the tax system provides the appropriate incentives to maximise the value of giving. More >>
Philanthropic sector thrilled with Morgan donation
Wednesday, 5 April 2006, 3:16 pm | Philanthropy New Zealand
Gareth Morgan’s announcement that he will donate $47m to charitable organisations will make a significant difference to funding options for a wide range of New Zealand charitable groups. More >>