Good people.
Big hearts. No fuss.
Kiwi Kids Charity is a nationwide charity built around a simple idea: when you see a need, you don’t just walk past it, you do something about it.
We’re a bunch of people from all walks of life who bring our time, skills, connections, businesses and energy together to help Kiwi kids and the communities around them.
Being a small, practical charity means we can respond quickly, think creatively and make every dollar go further.
Our volunteers don’t just support the cause – they become part of it.
It started with a road trip.
Kiwi Kids Charity grew from a group of people who wanted to do more than raise money - they wanted to get out there, meet communities and make a difference themselves.
In 2020, Kiwi Kids Charity became an independent registered charity, taking that same spirit forward under a new name and with a growing nationwide focus.
Today, that spirit is still at the heart of everything we do: bring good people together, find out what's needed, and make things happen.
The team who make it happen.
Kiwi Kids doesn't happen without good people willing to put their hand up.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life, bringing different skills, experience, connections and a healthy willingness to give things a go.
They're the people decorating vehicles, driving Roadies, organising events, building things, solving problems, shifting gear, cooking meals and doing whatever needs doing.
And somewhere along the way, many of them become friends for life.
That's the Kiwi Kids whānau.
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What we believe.
Every child deserves the opportunity to be the best they can be.
We believe that showing up matters. That small acts of kindness can make a big difference. And that when people come together, great things can happen.
Our role isn’t to deliver a single programme or provide one type of support. Our role is to respond.
We listen first, understand what’s needed, and work alongside children, families and communities to provide practical support where it can make the greatest difference.
Every situation is different, and that’s exactly how we approach it.
What makes Kiwi Kids different isn’t just what we do - it’s how we do it.
Our Values
Kids come first.
Every decision we make is guided by what’s best for the children and young people we support.
We make it happen.
We’re practical, resourceful and determined to find ways to make things happen.
We work together.
We bring communities, volunteers, businesses and partners together because we achieve more when we work together.
We lead with heart.
We treat every child, family, volunteer and partner with kindness, empathy and respect.
We earn trust.
We act with integrity, transparency and accountability, in everything we do.
The people behind the charity.
Our Board provides governance, guidance and support, while also getting involved in the events, projects and wider Kiwi Kids crew. They’re joined by a much bigger network of volunteers, participants, supporters and partners who bring their time, skills, energy and connections to help make Kiwi Kids happen.
Dana Cocks
Chief Executive &
Event Director
Kiwi Kids Charity
Gavin Oliver
Board Chair
Kiwi Kids Charity
Managing Director - EcoZip Adventures
Melissa Rushton
Board Member
Kiwi Kids Charity
Sales Manager - South Auckland Motors
Elyse Crowther
Board Member
Kiwi Kids Charity
Legal Executive - ClearStone Legal
Amy Vincent
Board Member
Kiwi Kids Charity
Business Advisor