Top Rated Human Services Charities in New Zealand 2026

Discover the highest-rated human services organizations with the best trust scores in New Zealand. Showing the top 100 organizations.

1

Taupo Pathways for Youth Employment Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$423,170 Data: 60%

The purpose of Taupō Pathways, as per the Trust Deed, is to undertake, facilitate, and promote initiatives and programmes that advance education, training, employment, and …

2

Peppers Trading Co Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$1,393,401 Data: 60%

To provide funding to its umbrella organisation - Powerhouse Christian Trust

3

The Catapult Employment Services Trust Board

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$508,551 Data: 60%

To work with people who, by virtue of condition, illness, impairment or disability are marginalised from open employment, by providing individualised, client driven service and …

4

Kaipara Refuse Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$3,172,682 Data: 60%

To promote the mental and physical health of a client group with special needs through the dignity paid employment

5

Te Arawa Fresh Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$1,675,395 Data: 60%

Te Arawa Fresh Limited was established to operate the fish retailing operations.

6

Fix Up, Look Sharp

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$67,332 Data: 60%

Fix Up, Look Sharp exists to support male-identifying individuals on their journey to employment by helping them look and feel confident. Our service is led …

7

Whakatipuranga Rima Rau Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$1,615,734 Data: 60%

Empowering Māori career and employment aspirations so that our whānau can flourish.

8

Kaiapoi Community Care And Employment Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$424,874 Data: 60%

KCCAET are committed to employing youths and adults that are out of work to provide them with skills and experience to help them back into …

9

For A Cause Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$140,218 Data: 53%

All shares in the Company were taken upon incorporation, and are held by the Charitable Trust names Urban Neighbours of Hope NZ (2579362). 5.2 The …

10

Rescare Management Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$7,443,519 Data: 53%

Provide residential services for intellectually disabled adults

11

Noaia Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$1,088,006 Data: 53%

The Noaia Charitable Trust a placed based holistic approach to Māori development. As a specialist Māori education, career training and employment initiative operating in Canterbury, …

12

He Toutou mo te Ahika Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$128,284 Data: 53%

To: promote the creation of employment opportunities for communities with a view to improving their health, welfare, and economic wellbeing so as to reduce poverty; …

13

Ashburton Senior Citizens Incorporated

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$57,951 Data: 5%

To support our Senior Citizens members and older persons in the Ashburton District. We provide support, advocacy services, a visitor service, friendship group, socials and …

14

Anglican Social Services (Hutt Valley) Trust Board

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$1,424,323 Data: 5%

The Family Centre, Anglican Social Services (Hutt Valley) Trust Board was established in 1979 and was a pioneer in providing family therapy in Aotearoa/New Zealand. …

15

Willing Workers Limited

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$87,571 Data: 53%

To provide mainstream employment opportunities that will promote the self-esteem and self-respect of people with disabilities

16

Rise by Talent Foundation (NZ) Limited

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$237,037 Data: 47%

The relief of poverty, sickness, suffering, disability or helplessness in New Zealand suffered by young people who are identified as ''marginalized'' by providing programs established …

17

Hawkes Bay Youth Futures Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$1,103 Data: 47%

100% of young people (17-24 years) in education, training or employment.

18

Gardner Family Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$1,660,050 Data: 40%

To encourage and support young persons with education, materials, services and equipment to access training and work opportunities, and undertake research to support young persons …

19

Afghan Family Services Charity New Zealand

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$14,190 Data: 5%

The AFSC organizes events, memorials, and cultural services for all Afghans. We are handing over burial places for the AFSC members in Auckland and teaching …

20

Andoli Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$1,262 Data: 5%

Provision of financial support for community based social services and Christian mission activities

21

Ashburton Benevolent Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$35,661 Data: 5%

To assist and support the special needs of people. To support vocational training and other educational or employment initiatives. To support initiatives for the character …

22

Able Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$2,562,477 Data: 5%

Supporting people with mental illness or addiction and their families, in all matters concerning their well-being. We build resilience by providing tools, tactics and strategies …

23

A Ray of Light Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$106,628 Data: 5%

To promote and support organisations and programmes (to the extent to which they are charitable) which provide social service based assistance to families of all …

24

Alan Wadsworth Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$15,174 Data: 5%

The Charitable Trust was established to pay the income for the purposes of the RSA Board at Masterton for the benefit of the members welfare, …

25

Age Concern Kapiti Coast Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$160,824

To serve the needs of the elderly in our community. To be a hub of trusted information, support and advocacy to enable older people in …

26

Abuse and Rape Crisis Support Manawatu Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$4,187,819

ARCS Manawatū exists to respond to and eliminate sexual violence/harm through social change and specialized education, support and crisis intervention. ARCS Manawatū seeks to assist …

27

Auckland Sexual Abuse Help Foundation Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$6,316,293 Data: 70%

To support and empower women and children in their healing from the effects of sexual abuse/assault and to work towards the prevention of sexual abuse/assault

28

New Zealand Railways Staff Welfare Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$4,774,870 Data: 70%

The Trust has the purpose of providing assistance and benefits to current and ex-railway workers, to enhance their health and wellbeing.

29

New Zealand Food Network Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$7,673,852 Data: 65%

The New Zealand Food Network receives bulk donated and surplus food from food producers throughout NZ and distributes it nationwide to Food Hubs including food …

30

All Heart NZ Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,863,055 Data: 65%

(a) To promote the relief of poverty in New Zealand by creating employment opportunities for people; (b) To promote and maintain educational programmes in New …

31

Glenfield Senior Citizens Club Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$27,391 Data: 63%

To provide recreational and social activities for its members.

32

Parent Port North Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$54,446 Data: 63%

Providing free, short term practical assistance in the home to families who need a hand during times of crisis, stress, tiredness and illness. We cover …

33

Training And Budget Services Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$207,871 Data: 63%

To provide holistic support services to families, inclusive of budgeting, stress reduction, counseling, personal development and financial self-management.

34

St Mary's Of Invercargill Central Ecclesiastical Goods Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$243,483 Data: 63%

To provide and maintain religious and social services for the Catholic community in Invercargill

35

Birkenhead RSA Welfare Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$115,609 Data: 63%

RSA Welfare is available to offer both financial and Welfare support to returned and service persons and their dependents who require help to complete Welfare …

36

NZ Christian Prayerline Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$24,720 Data: 63%

Establish a free Christian-based telephone prayer service within New Zealand. Based on Biblical principles and which offers spiritual support to all communities. Also to provide …

37

Recovery Solutions Group

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$25,305,521 Data: 63%

The group's purpose is to improve population health and well-being by undertaking targeted activities and providing high quality housing and support services to achieve equity …

38

Harmony Social Services

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$513,950 Data: 63%

We aim to offer timely therapeutic interventions to assist in strengthening the integrity, harmony and unity of the community. By working with groups, families, and …

39

Te Manawa Family Services Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,643,740 Data: 63%

No matter where you are in your journey, we work with men, women, young people, & families to create positive change for yourself and your …

40

Te Whare Whanau Purotu Inc

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$750,912 Data: 63%

To empower and support Whanau Maori and communities who choose a life free from violence and abuse in all its forms.

41

Te Whaitipu Counselling

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$664,346 Data: 63%

We provide a free counselling service to the Mid North Community - tamariki, rangatahi, whanau/families - to improve their lives through support, assistance, advocacy and …

42

Te Whare Tiaki Wahine Refuge Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,075,863 Data: 63%

To assist Maori Wahine (in the first instance) and their tamariki who are victims of physical, emotional, mental and sexual abuse.

43

Rape Crisis (Dunedin) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,232,438 Data: 63%

OCASA’s mission is to eliminate sexual violence, and address its impacts on survivors and the wider community. - We will achieve this: - · By …

44

Tauranga Living Without Violence Collective Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,397,118 Data: 63%

To create safe homes, safe communities and enable all people in Tauranga Moana to live free from all forms of Violence, abuse and oppression.

45

Wellington Rape Crisis Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,935,415 Data: 63%

The primary aim of Wellington Rape Crisis shall be, within Aotearoa, to create a world free of rape and sexual abuse by educating others to …

46

Starfish Social Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,132,936 Data: 63%

Ko te tino whainga nei o te Poumarumaru a Patangaroa Ratonga (Starfish Services) kia whakawhiwhi ai I te wähi haumaru kia hapai ai I te …

47

The Te Kauwhata & Districts Information & Support Centre Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$379,387 Data: 63%

To identify the welfare needs in our community and respond with a quality service which provides support and builds resilience

48

NZ Ethnic Social Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$794,480 Data: 63%

Our vision is To assist Middle Eastern and other Ethnic Minority families towards well-being and resilience in their adjustment and contribution to life in Aotearoa …

49

The Canterbury Fiji Social Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$139,580 Data: 63%

The object of the Trust is to address the needs of Fiji people, Pacific Islanders and other ethnicities of Canterbury through the provision of information …

50

Kindred Family Services

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,164,415 Data: 63%

Whakapakari i te Whānau – Strengthening Families Building communities where individuals, family and whānau feel safe through responsive action, restoration and the prevention of family …

51

New Zealand Council Of Christian Social Services

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$555,000 Data: 63%

The mission of the New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services (NZCCSS) is to call forth a just and compassionate society for Aotearoa, through our …

52

Canterbury Down Syndrome Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$71,020 Data: 63%

To provide information and support to families of and people with Down syndrome, promote the welfare of people with Down syndrome, promote the community participation …

53

Christians Against Poverty New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$6,265,363 Data: 63%

The purpose of Christians Against Poverty is to release New Zealanders from a life sentence of debt, poverty and its causes. Working with the church, …

54

Morrinsville District Memorial RSA Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$602,800 Data: 63%

To foster and maintain the welfare, security and general well-being of servicemen/women and former servicemen/women and their dependents. Also to provide a safe and welcoming …

55

Whanganui Safe and Free Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$926,277 Data: 63%

Healing and preventing sexual abuse in our Community

56

Hutt Valley Sexual Abuse Support and Healing Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,565,661 Data: 63%

To provide free Support and Counselling to people affected by sexual abuse, rape, and sexual harm. To educate and provide information to individuals, community groups …

57

Kaibosh

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,988,133 Data: 63%

We are the link between food industry and community groups in the Greater Wellington Region. Join our food movement. Zero food poverty, zero food waste.

58

Senior-LinK

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$47,923 Data: 63%

To foster social connections between frail isolated elderly people in Dunedin through the provision of a Day Activity Centre. To provide day respite care so …

59

Rape and Abuse Support Centre Southland Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,561,256 Data: 63%

To promote the safety and well being of children, young people, women and men, through advocacy, education, counselling, information, advice and support. Our Vision: The …

60

Christian Social Services (Whanganui)

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$890,414 Data: 63%

Christian Social Services Whanganui (CSSW) operating as City Mission Whanganui has the guiding principles to do together as members of the City Mission, that which …

61

Greenlane Christian Fellowship Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,438,449 Data: 63%

To provide Christian teaching and community services which encourages individuals to come to full understanding of Christian faith and its application in a positive way …

62

Bay of Islands Budgeting and Community Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$407,773 Data: 63%

"Helping others help themselves" We believe that helping others help themselves contributes to creating, more resilient communities.

63

Volunteering New Zealand Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$624,550 Data: 63%

We are kaitiaki of Mahi Aroha, empowering volunteers to enrich Aotearoa New Zealand. Our Aspirations for Aotearoa New Zealand is that Volunteering is valued as …

64

Okiwi Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$32,062 Data: 63%

Helping the elderly in eastbourne

65

Northgate Community Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$407,927 Data: 63%

To provide educational and health initiatives, social activities, various food programmes mentoring, practical support, dance and youth development programmes and pastoral care to those in …

66

Senior Citizens Association Palmerston North Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$45,744 Data: 58%

Providing a welcoming environment to enhance lives with social activities for all ages

67

New Zealand Tamil Christian Fellowship

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$8,675 Data: 58%

Serve Christ and Community by engaging with Members and the public

68

The Caritas Pro Vitae Gradu Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,880,429 Data: 58%

To assist people of the Roman Catholic faith who are in need. To advance the education of adults and children of the Roman Catholic faith …

69

The W R Williams Memorial For The Missions To Seamen Trust Board Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$173,306 Data: 58%

Welfare of visiting seafarers, religious services, human resources, counselling

70

Reconnect Family Services Te Ope Pirita Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$15,917,550 Data: 58%

To provide effective intervention for young people and their families/whanau with care and protection and youth justice issues.

71

Auckland Jewish Burial And Benevolent Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$16,538 Data: 58%

The main purpose or mission of the Auckland Jewish Burial & Benevolent Society Incorporated is to provide benevolence to members who are in need of …

72

Senior Outreach Service Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$93,426 Data: 58%

(a) To provide funds to aid and generally promote the welfare and health of elderly persons. (b) To provide advocacy services for elderly persons. (c) …

73

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$81,586 Data: 58%

1) To provide activities to members that relieve the needs of the aged. 2)To promote social inclusion for the aged by providing activities for members. …

74

Equippers Property Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,738,200 Data: 58%

Equipping people for life through faith in Jesus Christ, through the provision of assets for use in religious and community services

75

Te Pataka O Tangaroa Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$214,227 Data: 58%

Managing Iwi Fishery Assets on behalf of Te Kaahui o Rauru, Ngaa Rauru Iwi

76

Taupo RSA Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$116,094 Data: 58%

Welfare support to Returned & Servicemen, spouses and families

77

Safe Haven Housing Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$176,381 Data: 58%

To provide accommodation and support for people who have suffered injustice and/or physical harm and/or persecution and are in need of immediate support - they …

78

Katikati Assembly of God Property Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$65,485 Data: 58%

The Assembly exists to glorify God in spirit led services,worship,teaching,evangelism and fellowship to reach KatiKati town with the message of salvation and spirit led life.

79

The Taumarunui And District R S A And Club Welfare Trust Fund

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$85,715 Data: 58%

Assist the needy, aged sick, disabled or infirmed.

80

Midlands Sexual Assault Support Services Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,641,495 Data: 58%

At Midlands Sexual Assault Support Services, we strive to support those impacted by sexual harm through a safe and connected journey towards healing. We do …

81

Sister Disciples Of The Divine Master NZ Congregation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,426 Data: 58%

Provision of Social Services and Religious Services

82

Seniors ASAP Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$35,300 Data: 58%

To provide an intervention and education service that works to protect vulnerable older adults at risk of or experiencing Elder Abuse and Neglect through providing …

83

Kaiapoi Daycentre for Seniors Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$323,360 Data: 58%

To promote a higher quality of life for the elderly and disabled in the community; support and relief; and recognition of carers by providing a …

84

SeniorNet (North Shore) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$14,820 Data: 58%

To educate members in computer skills in an enjoyable way. In the past 12 months we have held 258 Training Sessions with a total attendance …

85

Sawdust Charity Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$13,190 Data: 58%

To provide charitable funding by way of donations and management assistance to other charities.

86

Starfish Foundation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$13,369 Data: 58%

The purpose of the Foundation is to provide the means by which the recipients of assistance can realise their potential. In particular the Foundation will: …

87

Incedo Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$119,832 Data: 58%

Incedo serves diverse communities in different ways, by engaging young people (but not exclusively) in a variety of projects and activities. Creating opportunities to explore …

88

Hawera Food Bank Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$24,047 Data: 58%

To provide food & necessary items to those in need.

89

Grace Christian Trust Napier

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$101,105 Data: 58%

To uphold, maintain and advance the Christian faith within New Zealand; To hold the Trust fund for the benefit, use or advantage of Grace Napier …

90

Chinese Senior People Help Centre

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$158,172 Data: 58%

Our organization is a community-based non-profit entity dedicated to serving Chinese-speaking residents, with a particular focus on supporting the elderly and vulnerable groups. Guided by …

91

New Zealand Special Air Service Regimental Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$70,539 Data: 58%

To support the New Zealand Special Air Service and its members as far as is practicable, to assist in the welfare of people who are …

92

Wellington Welfare Guardianship Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$10,200 Data: 58%

Recruit and train selected volunteers and provide training and mentoring for those volunteers wishing to be appointed as welfare guardians

93

Community Groups Feeding the Homeless Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$264,689 Data: 58%

The purpose of the society is primarily to feed homeless people and others in need, and further, provide such people with clothing and other personal …

94

LIA Social Solutions

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$544,966 Data: 58%

Provides social services in the Auckland area.

95

Wellington Diocesan Board of Trustees

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,997,211 Data: 58%

Provides religious services / activities Acts as an umbrella / resource body Sectors: Religious activities Social services Beneficiaries: Religious groups Other charities

96

New Zealand Olympic Foundation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$4,743,110 Data: 53%

The New Zealand Olympic Foundation (NZOF) is associated with the New Zealand Olympic Committee Incorporated (NZOC), Charities Act registration CC31389. Its purpose is to promote …

97

Helping Hand Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,051 Data: 53%

To provide financial and budgeting advice and to provide interest free loans to help free people from poverty.

98

McLaren Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$52,313 Data: 53%

Help support the local community members though charitable donations to the Food Bank.

99

Shakthi Seniors Charitable Trust Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$7,673 Data: 53%

To Plan and carryout Cultural, Recreational, Social and Welfare activities for its members.

100

Te Rakato Social Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$30,350 Data: 53%

We work as a trusted provider for all people as a catalyst for continuing a legacy toward hope, and stability that embraces well-being for all …