Our Stories

Accessing healthcare can be challenging for many living up the Coast, where long distances and limited transport options make essential appointments difficult to reach.

Thanks to support from Sunrise, the Tairāwhiti Fijian Community can now grow its sport and wellbeing initiatives for people of all ages throughout Tairāwhiti.

Storytelling runs deep in Tairāwhiti, and this creative energy was uplifted thanks to a grant from Sunrise’s General Fund and support from other sponsors.

Since 2012, the Tairāwhiti Multicultural Council (TMC) has been a driving force for unity in our region, creating spaces where every culture is valued and every person feels they belong.

More than $563,000 worth of grants have been distributed to a variety of worthy local causes from Sunrise Foundation's annual funding round.  

For families with a loved one living with dementia, autism, or other conditions that put them at risk of wandering, peace of mind is priceless.

When Alzheimer’s Gisborne first considered starting a fund with Sunrise, their Board of Trustees was understandably cautious due to a lack of funds.

Bush Kura’s Pukeko course offers 8–11-year-olds an unforgettable three-day experience immersed in te taiao (the natural world), helping them disconnect from devices, build resilience, and gain practical life skills.