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KidsCan Charitable Trust is registered under the Charities Act 2005 CC10386

Supporting Kiwi kids in hardship so they can learn, participate, and thrive

Your donation helps to provide food, clothing and health products so children can learn and create a bright future.

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Material hardship in New Zealand

1 in 7 Kiwi kids lives in material hardship – growing up without essentials like nutritious food and warm clothing. It's a heartbreaking statistic. We're here to change that.

Children living in material hardship

How we help

We support tens of thousands of children in more than 1400 schools and early childhood centres nationwide. By providing food, clothing and health products, we ensure kids are warm, fed, healthy and ready to learn. Education gives children a pathway out of poverty.

Food
We provide nutritious breakfast, snacks and lunch foods to schools and early childhood centres.
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Clothing
We provide warm jackets and quality shoes so children arrive in the classroom warm, dry and comfortable.
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Health
We provide essential health products like headlice treatment and combs to support kids’ wellbeing and help them feel confident at school.
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The difference we make together

Luisa was a student at a KidsCan partner school, and her story shows how practical support can make a lasting difference.

“8-year-old me could not comprehend why my parents could not buy me new shoes for school, why I had to wear hand-me-downs or why lunch on some days at school was scarce. At that time of my life, I really felt sad. There was a lot of stigma around not having the flashest stuff, and little glances or whispering if I didn’t have food.

When I was young, KidsCan provided me with morning tea and lunch, new shoes, and rain jackets. Such basic essentials, but I appreciated them like they were luxury items. In my eyes they are. I was more focused, able to work without feeling distracted by cold or hunger. They helped me in a stage of my life where I most needed it.”

Luisa now plans to become a nurse – ready to give back and help others.

Last year, everyday Kiwis helped us reach tens of thousands of kids with the essentials

Food items
Jackets
Pairs of shoes
Health products

KidsCan was my saviour when I had four children at primary school. Times were tough and buying four pairs of shoes at the same time was near impossible. You helped us out in such a tough time. I thank you from the bottom of my heart – we well and truly appreciate it.

Other ways you can help

Together, we can make a big difference – donors, businesses, fundraisers helping kids thrive, learn, and just be kids.

Donate monthly
Be a steady source of support so we can be there with the essentials for kids who need it.
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One-off giving
Provide the essentials when kids need them most – your gift makes an immediate difference.
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Partner with us
Join our business community, sharing our vision of a brighter future for all Kiwi kids.
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Gift in will
Create a long-lasting legacy by leaving behind a gift to ensure continuous support for Kiwi kids.
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Fundraise for us
Turn your passion into impact. Whether you run, bake, or create – every fundraiser helps kids thrive.
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