Trending International Charities in New Zealand 2026

Discover the fast-growing international charities with increasing revenue and visibility in New Zealand. Showing the top 100 organizations.

1

The Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$177,894,000 Data: 60%

The principal activity of the Trust is conservation and the preservation of Flora, Fauna and Heritage buildings

2

Auto Stewardship New Zealand

NZ Revenue: NZ$32,020,323

The objectives of Auto Stewardship New Zealand are: • Be the Product Stewardship Organisation (PSO) which governs the product stewardship scheme for auto industry related …

3

The Gift Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$25,521,164 Data: 63%

The Gift Trust's mission is to increase philanthropy in New Zealand by offering a premium service to donors. We support individuals, families, organisations and companies …

4

Zero Invasive Predators Limited

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$19,476,397 Data: 50%

ZIP was established in February 2015 as a research and development entity focused on developing the tools and techniques to enable an ambitious and exciting …

5

Comcare Charitable Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$18,686,903

Comcare is a New Zealand registered Charitable Trust whose purpose is to assist people who experience mental illness and addictions live well in the community.

6

BNZ Foundation

NZ Revenue: NZ$18,120,264

Education, relief of poverty, crisis relief and other purposes beneficial to the community, including environmental protection, restoration and conservation.

7

Royal Forest & Bird Protection Society Of New Zealand Incorporated

NZ Revenue: NZ$14,154,909

Our mission is to preserve and protect the indigenous flora and fauna and natural features of Aotearoa New Zealand, including land and water habitats. Our …

8

Queen Elizabeth The Second National Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$13,105,947 Data: 60%

QEII National Trust works in partnership with landowners to protect native biodiversity, and other values on their private land for the benefit of present and …

9

Waikato River Clean-up Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$12,459,395

The Waikato River Clean-up Trust administers and distributes a contestable clean-up fund to work towards the restoration and protection of the health and well-being of …

10

Wellington Zoo Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$10,535,000 Data: 60%

Manage, Administer, Plan ,Develop, Maintain, Operate and Promote the Wellington Zoo for the benefit of the inhabitants of Wellington and as an attraction to visitor …

11

Te Wai Maori Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$10,157,197 Data: 60%

The purpose of Te Wai Maori Trust is to hold and manage the trust fund on behalf of the beneficiaries of the Deed of Settlement, …

12

Greenpeace Aotearoa Incorporated

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$9,772,739 Data: 65%

To promote the philosophy that humanity is part of the planet and its interconnected web of life and whatever we do to the planet we …

13

Tasman Smith Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$9,623,005 Data: 53%

To perform charitable works in New Zealand and overseas.

14

Waikato River Authority

NZ Trust: 60/100 Revenue: NZ$9,592,206 Data: 50%

The purpose of the Waikato River Authority is to: set the primary direction through the Vision and Strategy, to achieve the restoration and protection of …

15

Claud Switzer Memorial Trust Board

NZ Revenue: NZ$9,344,794

The Claud Switzer Memorial Trust was established by the Will of the late Claud Switzer, who died in 1954. The Trust was given the objective …

16

Karori Sanctuary Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$8,799,980 Data: 60%

We operate as a not-for profit organisation, a social enterprise, seeking to do public good by operating in a way that follows sound commercial disciplines. …

17

Sustainability Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$7,742,551 Data: 60%

Our Mission is to provide advice, resources, services, and products that influence and improve the well-being and sustainability of households, communities, and businesses in the …

18

Save The Kiwi Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$6,828,766 Data: 60%

MOEMOEĀ Kiwi flourishing in safe habitat everywhere, cared for and treasured by mana whenua, local communities and entities with national reach and influence. ROLE OF …

19

Safe Network Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$6,695,379 Data: 58%

Provide care and councelling services

20

Little Sisters Of The Poor Aged Care New Zealand Limited

NZ Revenue: NZ$6,339,132

The Particular mission of the Little Sister of the Poor is hospitality, towards the elderly of low incomes, regardless of ethnic background and beliefs, in …

21

Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation

NZ Trust: 60/100 Revenue: NZ$5,934,499 Data: 55%

The vision of the Foundation is for a restored and thriving Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose is to be a catalyst for transformation - enabling …

22

Trees That Count Te Rahi o Tāne Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$5,811,682

To encourage and support New Zealanders to plant and protect native trees in order to enhance our indigenous biodiversity, build connection with nature, and mitigate …

23

Ocean Regeneration Aotearoa

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$5,729,792 Data: 53%

The Trust aims to benefit the community by supporting sustainable regenerative ocean farming to improve climate outcomes, marine biodiversity, water quality and create economic and …

24

Waahi Whaanui Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$5,570,439

Established in 1987 to provide relief for old, sick, infirm and poor members of Marae in the Huntly area and to provide assistance and support …

25

Bethsaida Trust Board Inc

NZ Revenue: NZ$5,541,140

To provide care of the frail and dependent aged

26

Orana Wildlife Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$5,280,169

Visit Orana Wildlife Park the only open range zoo in New Zealand based in Christchurch. We want to provide you with the ultimate animal adventure …

27

Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$4,675,055

The vision of AIANZ is of a world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human …

28

NZ Native Forests Restoration Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$4,589,667 Data: 60%

To purchase and covenant land to restore native forest in perpetuity

29

Soul Educare Foundation

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$4,485,827 Data: 45%

The Foundation exists for the advancement of Christianity in New Zealand, by providing and maintaining grounds, buildings and resources to be used by churches and …

30

Pukaha Mount Bruce Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$4,373,680 Data: 60%

The Pukaha Mount Bruce vision is to be recognised nationally and internationally as Aotearoa New Zealand's number one mainland, indigenous wildlife sanctuary.

31

Predator Free South Westland Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$4,305,233 Data: 55%

to promote, protect and preserve New Zealand’s natural environment, biodiversity and ecological resilience by: (i) working towards establishing the Predator Free South Westland area as …

32

Anglican Family Care Centre Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$4,289,962

Anglican Family Care offers professional high-quality social, therapeutic, and restorative justice support to Otago tamariki and their whānau.

33

Otago Peninsula Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$4,208,338

4.1 Objects a. The stimulation of public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the Otago Peninsula. b. The preservation of …

34

Manaaki Kaimai Mamaku Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$4,160,208

Restore the mauri of the Kaimai Mamaku Ranges forests and catchments.

35

Institute de Notre Dame des Missions Trust Board

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$4,060,561 Data: 60%

Religious activites within New Zealand and overseas missions

36

Southland disAbility Enterprises Limited

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,975,615

We enrich the lives of people with disabilities by providing meaningful employment and personal development opportunities through operating a successful and environmentally aware business.

37

EcoMatters Environment Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,961,145

EcoMatters was established in Aotearoa New Zealand in 2002, to support the community with the knowledge and tools to restore nature, grow food, reduce waste, …

38

Agrecovery Foundation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,939,392

The objects and purposes of the Trust, to the extent that they are charitable purposes, are to devote or apply both capital and income of …

39

Conservation International Aotearoa Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$3,877,299 Data: 60%

Building upon a strong foundation of science, partnership and field demonstration. Conservation International empowers societies to responsibly and sustainably care for nature, our global biodiversity, …

40

TNC New Zealand Trust

NZ Trust: 62/100 Revenue: NZ$3,803,909 Data: 55%

The purpose and mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. In addition, TNC's vision is a world where the …

41

Te Manahuna Aoraki Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,733,397 Data: 53%

- To promote, protect and preserve NZ's natural environment, biodiversity and ecological resilience by establishing the Te Manahuna Aoraki area as predator free by suppressing …

42

Maungaharuru-Tangitū Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$3,618,046 Data: 65%

Foster and promote amongst members of the hapū: - spiritual values, unity, support and cooperation; - recognition of traditional customs and values; and - physical, …

43

Te Tapu o Tane Limited

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$3,549,507 Data: 45%

The Entity's purpose and principal activity is to drive regenerative and integrated solutions to navigate the climate and biodiversity crisis, as well as to connect …

44

CARE Waitakere Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,537,427

to provide free or affordable professional social services which positively impact the wellbeing of adults, children, young people and their families in the wider Waitakere …

45

Te Korowai Roopu Tautoko Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,528,515 Data: 63%

TKRT Inc is a Kaupapa Maori social service provider, providing fully integrated services within Taupo and Turangi with the aim of establishing and maintaining the …

46

Southern Lakes Trails

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,501,331

Plan, finance and construct pedestrian and cycle trail links to the Great Rides in Central Otago and Otago and to promote the trail network for …

47

International Swaminarayan Satsang Organisation

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,450,897

To provide religious service/activities

48

The Sunrise Foundation Board

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,442,227

Sunrise Foundation is a simple and lasting way to support local charities and causes that are important to you.

49

Antarctic Heritage Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$3,433,987

The Trust's vision is 'Inspiring Explorers'. The Trust's mission is to conserve, share and encourage the spirit of exploration.

50

Lloyd's Register International

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,327,936 Data: 63%

To secure for the benefit of the public, the protection of life, property and the environment by: * Promoting high standards of design, manufacturing and …

51

New Zealand Landcare Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$3,282,375 Data: 60%

To promoting the concept of landcare amongst private landowners and communities to improve performance in the sustainable management of natural and physical resources for the …

52

Conservation Volunteers New Zealand

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$3,253,860 Data: 60%

To attract and manage volunteers to participate in projects that protect and enhance the environment

53

Family Federation For World Peace And Unification

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,240,093 Data: 63%

The Society is organised and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes mainly within New Zealand and the region of Oceania but not excluding the …

54

Bethesda Care Limited

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,188,000

Aged Care Services

55

Wai-Ora Forest Landscapes Limited

NZ Revenue: NZ$3,175,419

Environmental development and restoration, with profits (dividends) to Wai-ora Trust to support the charitable works of the Trust.

56

Rapid Relief Team (RRT) NZ Limited

NZ Trust: 62/100 Revenue: NZ$3,107,737 Data: 60%

The charitable purpose of RRT is set out in clause 5 of the Constitution: the relief of such poverty, sickness, suffering, distress, misfortune, disability, destitution …

57

Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$3,078,432 Data: 60%

To connect and empower communities in Auckland to learn, grow and look after our environment. Our focuses are to: Love, respect and restore the environment …

58

Puniu River Care Incorporated

NZ Trust: 60/100 Revenue: NZ$3,073,600 Data: 60%

The society builds the capacity of people who are either currently experiencing, or at risk of experiencing poverty, to participate in gainful employment through riparian …

59

NZ Family And Foster Care Federation Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$3,025,512 Data: 63%

Caring Families Aotearoa is the voice of caregivers across the motu (country). In 1974 the first Foster Care Associations were founded and then in 1976 …

60

Innovative Waste Kaikoura Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,950,454 Data: 60%

Education, training, research, environment, conservation, community development

61

Christ New Creation International

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,940,180

The purpose of our minsitry is the propagation of the Word of God and the establishment of His Kingdom.This is accomplished and is not limited, …

62

Barnabas Fund (NZ)

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,847,832

The mission of the Barnabas Fund is to support Christians who suffer discrimination, oppression, and persecution as a consequence of their faith. In New Zealand …

63

World Wide Fund for Nature New Zealand

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,834,167

WWF’S MISSION IS TO BUILD A FUTURE WHERE PEOPLE LIVE IN HARMONY WITH NATURE. We work to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment, …

64

Environmental Defence Society Incorporated

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,726,974

To make a significant difference to environmental outcomes in New Zealand through supporting high quality, accessible and transparent decision-making and promoting the adoption of environmental …

65

The Rosmarie Foundation

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$2,697,372 Data: 45%

To provide grants or donations for charitable and Christian purposes, to provide relief from abuse, to help the helpless and provide poverty relief.

66

Te Tauihu Environment Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,641,270 Data: 60%

Our vision is to have healthy diverse ecosystems woven through the Nelson Tasman landscape. Our mission is to connect people to nature conservation in their …

67

Hekeao Hinds Water Enhancement Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,612,137 Data: 58%

HHWET run water enhancement projects across the Hekeao/Hinds Plains, including New Zealand’s largest managed groundwater rehabilitation project.

68

Mission Without Borders (N. Z.)

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,569,845 Data: 63%

We are the NZ affiliate of an international Christian Mission involved in helping people mainly in Eastern Europe. Our work focuses on six countries: Albania, …

69

The Forest Bridge Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,558,628 Data: 60%

Through practical land-owner-centered support, to protect, enhance and connect existing forest remnants and wetlands by enabling fencing, planting, weed management and pest control

70

Greenwave NZ Research Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,520,050 Data: 53%

Greenwave NZ Research Limited is adapting seaweed farming best practice for NZ’s local species and conditions. To achieve this, its mission includes hatchery and seeding, …

71

Age Concern Canterbury Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,440,866

The care and benefit of all persons who have attained the age of 60 and are resident in the Province of Canterbury

72

Maungatautari Ecological Island Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,437,405

Ecological restoration of 3,363 hectares, Maungatautari is by far the largest pest-proof fenced project in the world. The fence encircles a major tract of scarce …

73

Xtreme Zero Waste Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,425,656 Data: 58%

The charitable purpose of the company is to continue to foster and encourage the knowledge, understanding and practice of Zero Waste and environment care in …

74

Trust For The Destruction Of Synthetic Refrigerants

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,415,512 Data: 60%

Collection and destruction of used/unwanted synthetic refrigerants

75

TARIT Holdings Limited

NZ Trust: 54/100 Revenue: NZ$2,311,732 Data: 55%

Makes grants to organisations(including schools or other charities), Sponsors/undertakes research, Provide services (e.g. care/counselling), Provides human resources(e.g. staff/volunteers); Education / training / research, Community development, …

76

Mahaanui Kurataiao Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,305,481 Data: 60%

Kaitiakitanga mo rangatiria apopo. We will grow the capacity of the hapu, Mahaanui, Ngai Tahu and support them to succeed in their aspirations as environment …

77

Predator Free Wellington Limited

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,262,323

- to instigate and carry out the Predator Free Wellington Project to reduce predators to zero in the Project Area and maintain that level; - …

78

Estate of Jeremy Charles Upham Agar

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$2,229,238 Data: 45%

Enhancing flora and fauna In Christchurch and Banks Peninsular

79

Te Tira Whakamātaki Foundation

NZ Trust: 55/100 Revenue: NZ$2,224,346 Data: 55%

To ensure Maori communities have an active and respected voice in the bio-security, environmental and conservation spaces, in order to preserve the natural environment of …

80

Te Tira Whakamātaki Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,224,336 Data: 58%

To apply any surplus or profit to the Charitable Trust Te Tira Whakamātaki Foundation.

81

Te Runanga O Ngati Rehia Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,167,095 Data: 60%

The purposes of the trust which are restricted wholly to within Aotearoa, New Zealand are as follows: (a) the promotion of health; including through the …

82

The Aotearoa Circle Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,166,915 Data: 58%

The kaupapa/purpose of The Aotearoa Circle Trust is to promote the preservation, conservation, protection and enhancement of the New Zealand environment (including without limitation land …

83

Friends of Wanaka Wastebusters Incorporated

NZ Revenue: NZ$2,140,515

To promote encourage and support sustainable communities, zero waste and recycling within New Zealand.

84

Wanaka Wastebusters Limited

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,140,237 Data: 60%

Wastebusters is a community enterprise leading the way to zero waste. Visit our famous reuse hub in Wānaka or learn more about us here!

85

Te Whangai Trust Board

NZ Trust: 60/100 Revenue: NZ$2,135,606 Data: 55%

Te Whangai is a community based socio-environmental trust that provides work and life skills and multi agency advocacy in a workplace environment to those at …

86

Te Korowai o Waiheke Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,123,683 Data: 58%

To protect and enhance the natural environment of Waiheke and other sites in the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland, for the benefit of current and future …

87

Seniorcare Geraldine Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,105,926 Data: 58%

Provision of Rest Home Care and Social Housing Cottages

88

Te Ao Marama Incorporated

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$2,095,726 Data: 60%

Te Ao Mārama offers a unique window into Māori knowledge, culture, and heritage, fostering understanding and respect for indigenous perspectives. Explore our curated resources, community …

89

Blue House Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$2,024,218 Data: 53%

Primarily to make grants to organisations, including schools and other charities, with a focus on the environment and conservation. The Trust may also make grants …

90

Baton Valley Trust Board

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$1,986,568 Data: 45%

Baton Valley Trust Board's mission is to educate the wider community on the importance of conservation of nature species of flora and fauna in New …

91

Ōtorohanga Kiwi House Charitable Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$1,970,876

Charitable Purposes: The Purposes of the Trust are to provide educational and other benefits to the community by: (a) Operating, maintaining and developing the facility …

92

W Crighton Charitable Co Ltd

NZ Revenue: NZ$1,963,622

The company mission is to provide financial assistance to individuals and local, national and international organisations who undertake activities that support their communities.

93

Te Kohaka O Tuhaitara Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: NZ$1,922,262 Data: 60%

The purpose of the Trust is to manage and administer the Tūhaitara Coastal Reserve classified as a recreation reserve pursuant to the Reserves Act 1977

94

Asia Harvest Trust

NZ Trust: 54/100 Revenue: NZ$1,921,252 Data: 50%

To devote Income and apply donations received to or for any charitable purpose in New Zealand and Asia. Being for the furtherance of Christianity, the …

95

Porangahau Catchment Group - Taurekaitai Ki Te Pae

NZ Trust: 57/100 Revenue: NZ$1,912,219 Data: 45%

The Porangahau Catchment Group is an Incorporated Society that has been set up by local community members to help improve our water health and biodiversity …

96

Sir Peter Blake Trust

NZ Trust: 63/100 Revenue: NZ$1,893,209 Data: 60%

Sir Peter Blake Trust aims to restart people caring for the environment through adventure, participation, education and enjoyment.

97

New Zealand Nature Fund

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: NZ$1,835,710 Data: 60%

The purpose of the Trust is to undertake or facilitate the undertaking of projects, scientific enquiries or the provision of educational opportunities which have the …

98

Upper Taieri Wai Incorporated

NZ Revenue: NZ$1,819,995

To protect and promote best use of the Upper Taieri water resource for the benefit of the community, the environment, and the economy.

99

Hagar Humanitarian Aid Trust

NZ Revenue: NZ$1,798,742

Hagar New Zealand exists to support the care and recovery of those who have suffered severe human rights abuse. Our work is to raise awareness …

100

International Society for Krishna Consciousness Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: NZ$1,775,223 Data: 58%

To promote the Krishna Conscious philosophy and way of life.