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Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
72/100 · methodology

About Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation

The vision of the Foundation is for a restored and thriving Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose is to be a catalyst for transformation - enabling future generations to thrive. We are strategic funders and investors in both charitable and business endeavour, seeking to make a significant impact on our people and environment in Aotearoa.

Founded
Headquarters
Auckland
Size
medium

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🌍 International

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar international in New Zealand
Integrity Assessment This charity: 72
Peer average: 77

Red flags

· All clear
Charities Services deregistration
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is a registered international nonprofit based in Auckland, New Zealand. It is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. It was founded in 2020 and has been operating for 6 years. Its registration number is CC57931. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports NZ$6M in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 72 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in New Zealand is 77/100.

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is located in Auckland, New Zealand. The organization was established in 2020 and has been active for 6 years. Its registered address is Citigroup Centre, Level 5, 23 Customs Street East, New Zealand.

Based on official tax filings, Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation has NZ$6M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of NZ$684K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is classified as a International organization, registered in New Zealand. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has NZ$6M in annual revenue. The organization has 4 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by Charities Services. Visit the Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

The vision of the Foundation is for a restored and thriving Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose is to be a catalyst for transformation - enabling future generations to thrive. We are strategic funders and investors in both charitable and business endeavour, seeking to make a significant impact on our people and environment in Aotearoa. Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is classified as a international organization registered in New Zealand. The organization was founded in 2020.

Among international charities registered in New Zealand: Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72/100 is in line with the peer average of 77/100. Its annual revenue of NZ$6M is well above the peer average of NZ$684K.

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is registered with Charities Services New Zealand. If the organization has donee status approved by Inland Revenue, individual donations over $5 qualify for a 33.33% tax credit. You can claim up to the lesser of your total donations or your taxable income.

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Annual revenue
NZ$1M-NZ$10M
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Filing history

2 years on file from nz_charities (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2025.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

GE
Geoffrey Nightingale
Trustee

Officers & trustees (4)

Source: Public filings

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Geoffrey N••••••••••
Trustee
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Glen T•••••
Trustee
IA
Ian K••••••
Trustee
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Wendy K••••••
Trustee
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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
NZ$5.9M revenue
FY2025
NZ_CHARITIES
Form filed
NZ$5.9M revenue
FY2025
NZ_CHARITIES
Starboard Maritime Intelligence raises NZ$23m to scale real-time ocean security platform - Sea News
Oct 2025
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Starboard Raises NZ$23M to Expand AI at Sea - Digital Ship
Sep 2025
thedigitalship.com
AI-powered maritime safety startup ships $20.7 million Series A - Startup Daily
Sep 2025
www.startupdaily.net
Take a look inside AUT's Living Labs - AUT
Aug 2024
www.aut.ac.nz
Kiwi sea crimes startup Starboard Maritime Intelligence floats $4.6 million seed funding round - Startup Daily
Apr 2024
www.startupdaily.net
From brand idea to brand ideal – the new breed of brands elevating their purpose - New Zealand Marketing magazine
Jan 2024
nzmarketingmag.co.nz
Savings account exclusive to first-home buyers launched | NZ Adviser - mpamag.com
Jun 2023
www.mpamag.com
New venture to offer first home buyers higher annual savings rates - RNZ
Jun 2023
www.rnz.co.nz
Journey To Excellence – 26 May 2023 Photo Gallery - M2woman
May 2023
www.m2woman.com
‘Living classroom’ nurtures young minds - AUT
May 2023
www.aut.ac.nz

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Peer charities

Other international in New Zealand, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation This page 72 NZ$5.9 million -
The Riccarton Bush Trustees 77 NZ$1.0 million -
Seagull Centre Trust 77 NZ$1.2 million -
Nelson Environment Centre Incorporated 77 NZ$1.3 million -
Waahi Whaanui Trust 77 NZ$5.6 million -
The Brook (Waimarama) Sanctuary Trust 77 NZ$1.7 million -
Innovative Waste Kaikoura Limited 77 NZ$3.0 million -
Environmental Defence Society Incorporated 77 NZ$2.7 million -
New Zealand Landcare Trust 77 NZ$3.3 million -

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Charities Services New Zealand
Financial filings
Charities Services New Zealand - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Charities Services New Zealand - 4 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Executive compensation
Top-officer pay not disclosed
Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Direct contact
No email or phone published
Tax-deductibility status
Whether donations are tax-deductible has not been verified
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation

What is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is a international nonprofit organization based in Auckland, New Zealand. The vision of the Foundation is for a restored and thriving Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose is to be a catalyst for transformation - enabling future generations to thrive. We are strategic funders and investors in both charitable and business endeavour, seeking to make a significant impact on our people and environment in Aotearoa.
When was Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation founded?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation was founded in 2020.
Where is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation located?
Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand.
What is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately NZ$1M-NZ$10M.
Is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation trustworthy?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's registration number?
Registration: CC57931 (New Zealand).
What is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's website?
https://www.whakatupuaotearoa.org.nz
Are donations to Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of New Zealand under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.