This Christmas, give a gift that lasts forever
Welcome to Sunrise Foundation
Sunrise Foundation has supported over 160+ charities and local community groups since our inception in 2014.
Sunrise enables generous people to make a bigger impact in their communities, by investing donations and distributing the returns to causes close to their hearts, year after year.
By connecting donors with local causes they care about, we provide Tairāwhiti-Gisborne charities with long-term, sustainable income. Unlike other charitable giving, our smarter giving model is built to last – making your giving go further.
All money raised here, stays here.
The generosity of our donors at a glance
"I like the idea of knowing something of me will continue in this community, giving forever to those who really need it. I hope my story will encourage others to consider doing the same."
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Sunrise has now distributed approximately $3 million
In the 2025/26 financial year Sunrise awarded grants worth $785,397 to a wide range of local groups and organisations through our Annual Funding Round and more.
Pick a Fund, Make a Difference
From 1–6 November, we’re celebrating Sunrise Week and what local giving has made possible.
Our people
Our board of up to nine voluntary Trustees govern Sunrise Foundation with a robust governance and succession model. They gift their time, considerable community knowledge and professional expertise to help transform lives and create a more vibrant, prosperous region for all.
