Mentoring youth is a rewarding and meaningful experience. Sometimes challenging, and always enlightening. When many of our rangatahi (youth) today are anxious and overwhelmed with pressures, having a focused adult to listen, share thoughts and help guide you can literally be the difference between ok and not ok. Watching a shy, mistrusting teen gain confidence, […]
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We had an awesome day with lots of keen golfing angels at the end of March. They raised $10,000 for us. SHOUT OUT again to the amazing team – especially Rachel, Zane, Sam, Bryony…and Cinnamon for making this happen. Absolute Angels! We can guarantee this $10k will make a real difference in the lives of
For those most impacted by the flood devastation in Whirinaki, Hokianga, kai, bedding and clothing were clearly needed, and we were so happy to deliver it all. Again, community Angels helped out. Our awesome volunteers, Sara and Janey helped Trudie sort and pack everything so beautifully (the aroha matters in every box); Gordon at Four
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‘NO CHILD POVERTY’, said the keyboard warriors in response to the Herald & Northern Advocate article. Our AngelMama T responded:Have you ever had to choose between a deodorant or bread and milk? I wonder if you all have electricity and running water. I wonder if you live in fear, survival mode or unresolved trauma. Here’s
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We were super privileged to celebrate the amazing life of Dame Whina Cooper with her mokopuna and whānau from across the motu. Not only were we graced with the company of Dame Whina’s whānau, we also had Co-Director Paula Whetu-Jones with us. We were all moved and inspired by the story of this incredible wāhine,
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Over 900 warm coats were collected from Auckland Schools on June 28 2022. Literally a trailer load of goodness that will change a life this winter. This is part of our ‘Keep Our Kids Warm’ programme. SHOUT OUTS to Vauxhall Primary School, Takapuna Grammar, Baradene College and Hotel Britomart who all generously donated so many
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