Our Stories
New Kai Model Focuses on Long-Term Wellbeing
Sunrise is proud to support SuperGrans Tairāwhiti with a grant that has helped launch a new resilient kai system in our region.
Growing Need, Lasting Impact
Former Sunrise Foundation trustee Lilian Tangaere-Baldwin knows firsthand how vital dialysis support is for whānau in our region.
September is Wills Month
September is Wills Month – a great time to check that your will is up to date and to consider what kind of legacy you want to leave for your community.…
A Passion for Animals Inspires Scholarship Fund
Born and raised in Gisborne, Paul Benge built his life and career here—spending over 40 years co-owning Business Applications Ltd.
Look How Far We've Come
The past year has seen phenomenal growth for Sunrise Foundation. At the end of March 2024, our funds under management totalled $8. 2 million.
Supporting Music Education in Tairāwhiti
A grant from Sunrise’s Arts Fund, established by Dame Bronwen and Dr Peter Holdsworth, is helping Music Education Tairāwhiti deliver its 2025 Community Engagement Programme, bringing high-quality, hands-on music experiences to youth…
Bringing Health Education to Life
With the help of a Sunrise Foundation grant, Life Education Trust has continued its mission to deliver health and wellbeing education to children and youth in the Gisborne, East Coast,…
ASB Good as Gold Recipient, Steve Sawyer
Long-time conservation champion Steve Sawyer has been recognised on TVNZ’s Seven Sharp as an ASB Good as Gold recipient — a surprise that left him momentarily speechless.