Can you help by giving monthly?

As the school year begins, many Kiwi kids will arrive in class too hungry to focus. A regular donation helps us provide children in need with food and other basics so they can learn and thrive. Not just today, but every day.

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Over 230 schools & early childhood centres are waiting for our support.​

The heartbreaking stories we hear from teachers.

They tell us we face a 'cost of learning' crisis and it's getting harder for families to stay afloat. Many kids will arrive in class without the bare essentials – or even worse, not attend at all as they don't have food, correct uniforms or stationery. It's so unjust because education is their best chance of escaping poverty. But together, we can get kids back in school and learning. As individuals, we feel helpless. As a collective, our power is extraordinary.

I’m very worried about winter. Some of our kids just wear shorts, because families can’t afford long pants, and they don’t have jackets either. But it’s even got to the point where some of our kids can't come to school, because it's either petrol in the car or a bit of food – NZ Support Worker

My last school had KidsCan support, and so on frosty mornings those kids had shoes, and the jackets were a big hit. The kids were always so grateful. That’s why I’ve applied to get KIdsCan support here, to get them for our students. It’s the little things, eh?” – NZ Principal

This is always the hardest time of the year for vulnerable families as they face crippling back to school costs - but 2024 may be the toughest yet. We’re facing record demand with thousands of students waiting for help. Our charity is under huge pressure.”
- KidsCan CEO Julie Chapman

The power of a regular gift

Why give monthly?

Daily impact.

An ongoing gift offers stability and continuity to kids in need. With you alongside us, we can keep children fed, clothed and healthy for as long as they need us.

A solid foundation.

A monthly donation helps us to plan, evolve and expand our programmes. Your support is the rock on which we can build.

Less admin, more support.

A monthly gift is cost-effective for us to process – so more of your money goes to our work on the ground in schools and preschools.

How it works

The journey of your donations.

1

Generous Kiwis donate money to help give all children the best possible chance in life.

2

Schools and ECEs place their orders online with KidsCan based on their children's needs.

3

Our warehouse team and volunteers pack food, raincoats, shoes and basic health items to be delivered to over 1,000 Schools and ECEs around NZ.

4

Children experience your kindness daily and are fed, warm and dry - ready to learn.

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FAQ's.

How will the money raised be spent?
Can education really help break the cycle of poverty?
How do you ensure your support reaches the children who need it most?​
Doesn't the government now provide school lunches?
How do you support schools?
How do you support early childhood education centres?
Will I get a tax receipt for my monthly donations?
My family is struggling – can I get food from KidsCan?