Over 156,600 children are living in poverty in New Zealand and this number is expected to climb. Our Everyday Essentials programme supports children and families with day-to-day essentials during times of hardship.

We receive referrals from over 287 Community Partners for families experiencing poverty, homelessness, illness, disability or family violence. Our Community Partners include the New Zealand Police, Te Whatu Ora (multiple hospitals and health services) Oranga Tamariki, Corrections, NGOs, iwi organisations and social services.

Our community hub and warehouse operates a busy food bank and distributes toiletries, clothing, pyjamas, blankets, baby items (nappies, cots, carseats, bassinets), books, toys and other household items to support families in need referred to this service.

Our warehouse also distributes rescued food and bulk, surplus donated goods to other charities, marae and food banks, providing a collaborative, community-led approach to meeting the need.

Lastly, the Everyday Essentials programme supplies New Zealand Police stations and schools food boxes, so there is always immediate support available for families in crisis.