Perpetual Guardian

02/06/2026

Recent media coverage has sparked an important conversation around charitable donation tax credits following Budget 2026.

Our Founder, Andrew Barnes, recently shared his perspective in interviews with NZ Herald and Newstalk ZB, highlighting the potential implications for New Zealand’s charitable sector.

At Perpetual Guardian, we believe this is an important discussion for the future of philanthropy and one we will continue to support and contribute to.

🔗 Watch and listen to the interviews below:
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/video/herald-now/herald-now-business/tax-benefits-on-charitable-donations-capped-herald-now-business/6ZO4COTZSELKOPV2RPN5AKNPYM/

Andrew Barnes - Andrew Barnes, Founder, Perpetual Guardian - with a warning for the charitable sector. Video / Herald NOW Business

25/05/2026

There’s something powerful about bringing people together for a shared purpose.

On 23 June, 10×10 Philanthropy is coming to Queenstown - an evening centred on connection, generosity, and collective impact.

At Perpetual Guardian, we’re proud to support initiatives that strengthen communities and create meaningful change. Funds raised on the night will go towards three organisations making a real difference:

• Trauma Aid Aotearoa
• Pivotal Point Charitable Trust
• Women’s Shed Aotearoa

📍 Queenstown
📅 Tuesday 23 June | 5–7pm

👉 Attend the next 10x10 Queenstown Crowdfunding
https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/10x10-queenstown-crowdfunding-26

11/05/2026

📣 10×10 Philanthropy is coming to Queenstown
An evening centred on philanthropy, connection, and collective impact.
Funds raised through 10×10 will support three organisations making a meaningful difference in our community.
📍 Queenstown
📅 Tuesday 23 June 5-7pm
More details to be shared soon.

01/04/2026

🌟 Harp Fest NZ 2026 🌟

We are proud to support this year’s festival through the Margaret Neutze Legacy Fund.

🎶 Harp Fest NZ 2026 – Concert Series
📅 4–6 April 2026
📍 Dilworth School, Epsom, Auckland
🌐 www.harpfestnz.co.nz

Join an impressive lineup of national and international harpists for three days of exceptional performances.

Let’s celebrate the legacy, artistry, and passion of harp music in Aotearoa. 💚✨

29/03/2026

📣📣 Good news! Dietetics Association of New Zealand Scholarships will open on 2 April 2026!

Funding opportunities for postgraduate study and professional development in dietetics, nutrition and indigenous public health.

For more information visit
https://www.perpetualguardian.co.nz/philanthropy/grant-seekers/grants-open-upcoming/

Three scholarships available:
🎓 Neige Todhunter Postgraduate Scholarships
✈️ NZDA Travel & Conference Scholarships (Christchurch, Southern & General streams)
🌏 Activity and Nutrition Aotearoa (ANA) Scholarships

📅 Apply by 30 April 2026
🔗 Register or log in to apply: https://perpetualguardian.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new

25/03/2026

🌺 Niue Ocean Wide Learning Exchange Tour!

RMAC leaders from villages across Niue are in Aotearoa NZ for a 10 day knowledge sharing journey with Māori kaitiaki and conservation experts.
A historic step toward strengthening coastal management and ocean leadership for Niue’s future. 🌊✨

06/03/2026

✨ Join Us to Make an Impact in Timaru! ✨
Be part of the 10x10 Timaru Crowdfunding Event and help support three amazing local charities.
It’s simple: you donate, you vote, and together we create real change.
📍 Timaru
👉 Learn more & donate:
https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/10x10-timaru-crowdfunding-event-26
Every contribution counts.💛🌟

18/01/2026

Are you a Taranaki student training for a future in farming or the rural sector on the land? This one’s for you!
The Alexander & Gladys Shepherd Trust Scholarships are now open.
✔ For students under 21
✔ Must be in at least their second year of postsecondary study
✔ Focused on farming or rural land careers

📅 Apply by 20 Feb 2026

🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://www.perpetualguardian.co.nz/philanthropy/grant-seekers/grants-open-upcoming/

16/01/2026

Looking to make a difference in your community?
Applications are now open for the Mount Wellington Charitable Trust.
If your organisation is based in the Mount Wellington Licensing Trust area or delivers services that directly benefit its residents, this is your chance to apply for funding.

The Trust supports a wide range of charitable purposes, including:
✔ Relieving poverty
✔ Advancing education
✔ Advancing religion
✔ Benefiting the community through amateur sport, arts, cultural activities, and philanthropic initiatives

📅 Apply between 8 December 2025 and 13 February 2026
🔗 Find out more and apply here:
https://www.perpetualguardian.co.nz/philanthropy/grant-seekers/grants-open-upcoming/

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create positive change!

Guardian

14/01/2026

Perpetual Guardian are proud to be Custodian of the Niue and Ocean Wide Trust

Pacific Island nation offers the world an opportunity to be a 'careholder' to each square kilometre of its Marine Protected Area.