http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.cluthafoundation.org.nz en-us Mon, 25 May 2026 23:03:10 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/163807/paying-it-forward-in-tuapeka/ The team at Tuapeka Community Health believe everyone in their community deserves access to quality healthcare. Their Pay It Forward fund provides discreet, no-questions-asked support for people who need financial help to access essential medical care.This initiative was the first to receive funding from the Lawrence Tuapeka Community Fund, marking an important milestone for the area.... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:03:45 +1200 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post163807 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/163663/community-values-and-giving-back/ Balclutha veterinarian Dan Cragg is a family man who leads with his values.  Originally from Auckland, Dan assumed that becoming a vet would mean mostly working with cats and dogs.  “If you had told 16-year-old me that I would be pregnancy-testing 1,000 cows a day in rural Balclutha, I would have said, ‘No way!’”  It was Dan’s passion for people that helped lead him towards large animal vetting.   “Large animal vets form much stronger relationships wit... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post163663 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/163467/creating-inclusive-spaces-for-play-and-growth-in-stirling/ With no existing playground for its 85 students, Stirling School had a clear need for a safe and engaging space that could serve its rural community. Thanks to our generous donors, Clutha Foundation was able to support Friends & Whānau of Stirling School in our 2025-26 Funding Round.  They received $3,000 to build a safe, inclusive playground that promotes physical wellbeing, strengthens motor skills, and builds social development for tamariki.“Stirling School is a rapidly growing sc... Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:21:21 +1200 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post163467 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/161445/clock-ticking-for-incorporated-societies/ If your organisation is one of New Zealand's 24,000 Incorporated Societies, there's an important deadline you cannot afford to ignore:By 5 April 2026, all incorporated societies must re-register, appoint a liquidator, or apply to be dissolved. If no action is taken, your society will automatically cease to exist.If your society automatically ceases to exist, the Incorporated Societies Registrar has the authority, if necessary, to take control of asset distribution, bypassing the wishes of member... Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post161445 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/160886/community-firearms-hunting-safety-day/ Date Saturday 21 March 2026Time 10.00am Venue Deerstalkers Association Hall 5 Glasgow Street, BalcluthaCost FreeRegistrations essential... Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post160886 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/160182/its-easy-to-give-and-get-back/ All around the world, tax rebates are used to encourage people to donate more to charities and causes. It’s a powerful way to inspire generosity and shows that private donations are truly valued in helping to build strong, vibrant communities.In New Zealand the government offers a 33% rebate on eligible donations, up to the level of tax paid. This tax rebate can influence giving in two ways: encouraging larger donations and encouraging the gifting of the rebate itself.Donate to Clutha Foundati... Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post160182 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/160183/give-more-for-less/ Workplace giving is one of the easiest ways to give to your community and get your tax back.  When you give regularly through your payroll, you get the benefit of your tax credit immediately*.  For example, if you choose to give $15 each pay, only $10 comes out of your take-home pay.  Clutha Foundation still receives the full $15, which benefits your community forever.This makes workplace giving simpler than donating on your own and claiming the rebate at the end of the tax year.&... Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:47:25 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post160183 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/157281/clutha-foundation-awards-39500/ Fourteen charitable organisations across the Clutha District received a welcome funding boost from Clutha Foundation’s latest grant round.This year, Clutha Foundation prioritised projects that promote health and wellbeing. “With the rising cost of living, many people in our communities are doing it tough,” says Jess Weichler, Administration & Relationship Support at Clutha Foundation. “When money is tight, one of the first things people sacrifice is their health.  We want to ens... Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:47:30 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post157281 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/157257/providing-relief-during-cancer-treatment/ A cancer diagnosis often brings sudden and significant challenges.  Many people are unable to work while undergoing treatment, creating financial hardship.  Southern Cancer Society received $3,300 from Clutha Foundation to support their assistance programme, which provides grocery and petrol vouchers to cancer patients in the Clutha District.  “We are so grateful to Clutha Foundation for their generous grant of $3,300 to support cancer families across the Clutha District,” say... Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:08:43 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post157257 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/post/156991/givingtuesday-focusing-on-what-matters-most/ You may have noticed the growing phenomenon of Black Friday which encourages us all to spend, spend, spend in the lead up to Christmas. The Black Friday frenzy originated in the USA, it's a chaotic day when crowds of shoppers descend to scoop up bargains. Cyber Monday soon followed, encouraging the shopping frenzy to continue online.In contrast, GivingTuesday is a deliberate response to the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Launched in 2012, the idea is simple: after a day focused on... Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:45:04 +1300 http://www.cluthafoundation.org.nz/blog/#post156991