You can provide life-changing support for young Kiwis
At Kenzie’s Gift, we provide free, professional mental health support to help young Kiwis through the toughest times. But we can’t do it alone.
That’s where you come in.
Every day, children and young people in Aotearoa face the death of a parent or sibling or serious illness in their whānau. It’s heartbreaking—and without the right support, grief and anxiety can take a lasting toll on their mental health.
At Kenzie’s Gift, we provide free, professional mental health support to help young Kiwis through the toughest times. But we can’t do it alone.
That’s where you come in.
Whether you take the plunge in an icy ocean, host a bake sale, or challenge yourself to a marathon, every dollar you raise helps provide therapy sessions and support kits to children who need them most.
Join solo, with your friends, or as a company—however you get involved, you’ll be making a real difference.
Want to be part of something big? Sign up for one of our signature fundraising events and help change lives.
Bring Superhero Friday to your school. Pupils who take part will learn about several difficult emotions from our simple lesson plan, plus they get to dress up, have fun, and raise funds for young Kiwis.
Take an icy dip and make waves for mental health. This annual event offers total flexibility, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Pick your dip, create your profile and start fundraising.
Got your own idea? Amazing! Whether you go solo or rally a group, there are endless ways to fundraise.
Need inspiration? Here are some great ideas:
Run a marathon—Auckland, Queenstown, Rotorua, or Christchurch marathons are great choices! Prefer cycling? Take on the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge or the Alps 2 Ocean Ultra. Love swimming? Try the Auckland Harbour Swim or the Epic Swim in Taupō. Push your limits for a great cause!
Celebrate your birthday, wedding, or Christmas by asking for donations instead of presents.
Cakes, cookies, pies—who can resist? Get baking and make a sweet impact.
Sell your unwanted items on TradeMe or Facebook Marketplace and donate the proceeds to Kenzie’s Gift. (Because one person’s clutter is another child’s counselling session!)
Gather your mates, test your knowledge, and raise funds with a trivia showdown.
Whether it’s a workplace challenge, a charity auction, or a casual Friday donation, get your team involved in something meaningful. Have another idea? We’d love to hear it! Let’s make it happen. We’ll be happy to help you bring your fundraising idea to life. Reach out to our team!
Your fundraising changes lives. Here’s how:
1. Choose your activity
Pick from our signature events or create your own.
2. Create your profile
If your fundraiser is bespoke, we’ll help set up your fundraising page and give you tools to make it a success.
3. Spread the word & collect donations
Share your fundraiser, rally support, and watch the impact grow!
Get in touch using the form below!
Every dollar you raise helps provide free mental health support for young Kiwis facing grief and serious illness in their whānau. Without this help, many kids suffer in silence. But with you on their side, they don’t have to. Together, we can create a brighter future. Let’s make it happen.
Tell us your fundraising idea below. We'll see how we can support you to make sure your activity reaches as many people as possible and make it a success!
Fill out the form below to see if we can help you and your whānau with therapy. We are a small team who check our emails regularly, we will aim to get back to you in 2-3 working days. For other enquiries, including media, please email us at hello@kenziesgift.com
If you are having issues with submitting this form please contact us directly at hello@kenziesgift.com
If you or anyone in your family are struggling and need support while you are waiting for our response, 1737 is a free 24/7 call/text line staffed by qualified counsellors who will be able to talk things through with you confidentially.
YouthLine is also a 24/7 service – young people age 12-24 can call on 0800 376 633, text to 234, or use webchat on their website www.youthline.co.nz
Kenzie's Gift is a registered charity under the Charities Act 2005 (CC21425)
