OUR PROJECTS


 

We invest our time, skills and networks to seed, support, or grow an initiative. Our projects are the building blocks with which we address specific issues, intentionally seeking mutually reinforcing connections between them. We use this intentionality to work towards systemic change within our sustainable, equitable themes. 

 
 

Action the Compassion

Working with rangatahi in schools across Waitaha Canterbury, this programme champions peace, compassion, identity and belonging.

Borne our of Mahia te Aroha’s Spread Peace pillar, Seed the Change continues this mahi. Read more …

 

Drinkable Rivers

We are proud to be providing seed support to this regenerative project. Our mission is to make our rivers swimmable and edible through habitat restoration, awareness raising events etc. Learn more …

 
 

Gautama Buddha Free School

Supporting local leaders in Bodgaya India, with a trust-based philanthropy approach, enabling lower caste families access to education. Read more…




 

The Share Collective

Providing companies, founders and investors a strategic way to donate shares for purpose. Seed the Change is excited to be hosting this mahi, investing in long-term impact through share donations. Read on…

 
 

Seeded Projects

 
 

We’re really proud to have supported these projects that have now outgrown their need for seed support.

 
  • Regenerating our soils whilst connecting to Pāpātūanuku.

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  • Equity programmes for Ugandans, through microfinance, amongst others.

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  • Bringing patient voices to the Hep C elimination campaign.

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  • Supporting the legacy of leadership, by supporting and championing changemakers.

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  • Promoting peace and compassion following the mosque terror attacks.

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  • Creating a sense of belonging by connecting people and cultures through kai.

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We’re proud to continue the legacy of Maarire Goodall’s philanthropic interests under Seed the Change.

Get in touch if you would like to learn more or donate to these projects.

 
 

New Zealand Institute of Cancer Research

Established by Maarire Goodall in 1986 to encourage and support cancer research in Aotearoa in perpetuity. Click through to learn more…

 
 

Te Ora Award

Celebrating Māori health professionals to achieve improved outcomes for hapori. We are honoured to be able to continue to support Te Ora with the Maarire Goodall Supreme Award in Te Ora’s annual hui a tau. Read more…

 

Aotearoa America Trust

We are currently exploring the logistics of establishing an international exchange programme between Aotearoa New Zealand and the United States. This will be focused on researchers at Masters level or equivalent. The speed of development and scale of this award would be greatly enhanced with a larger capital base. Contact us to discuss further.