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Growing Need, Lasting Impact

Growing Need, Lasting Impact

07 August 2025

Former Sunrise Foundation trustee Lilian Tangaere-Baldwin knows firsthand how vital dialysis support is for whānau in our region.

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September is Wills Month

September is Wills Month

07 August 2025

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.…

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A Passion for Animals Inspires Scholarship Fund

A Passion for Animals Inspires Scholarship Fund

07 August 2025

Born and raised in Gisborne, Paul Benge built his life and career here—spending over 40 years co-owning Business Applications Ltd.

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Look How Far We've Come

Look How Far We've Come

07 August 2025

The past year has seen phenomenal growth for Sunrise Foundation. At the end of March 2024, our funds under management totalled $8. 2 million.

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ASB Good as Gold Recipient, Steve Sawyer

ASB Good as Gold Recipient, Steve Sawyer

07 August 2025

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.

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A Lasting Legacy of Scholarships for Local Students

A Lasting Legacy of Scholarships for Local Students

16 May 2025

Steve Crosby was a respected Gisborne lawyer, passionate sports advocate, and dedicated community leader.

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Trust Transfer Ensures Continued Support for Young Musicians

Trust Transfer Ensures Continued Support for Young Musicians

16 May 2025

Charles Wilkinson moved to Gisborne as a teenager and became deeply involved in the local music scene, joining several orchestras.

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A Warm Welcome to Sunrise's Newest Sponsors

A Warm Welcome to Sunrise's Newest Sponsors

16 May 2025

All Secure, owned by the James and Edwards families, purchased Gisborne Self-Storage late last year from former Sunrise sponsors Peter and Sylvia Jex-Blake.

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