It takes a village

to nurture a child.

Every child deserves a safe and equal start in life. Nurturing Families was established to help that.

WHAT WE DO

Our mission is twofold:

to deliver indispensable aid to families and to provide emotional and educational support, fostering the growth and development of both families and children.

Nurturing Families, a registered not-for-profit charity since 2012, collaborates with front-line social support sevices to offer comprehensive assistance, helping approximately 6,000 children annually.

We work on a referral basis with over 160 agencies across the Auckland region, who place orders for resources on behalf of the whānau that they are supporting. Please note - our charity model only accepts requests from community support agencies/professionals and we do not provide direct assistance to individuals.

About Us

Join Our Movement

Agency Support

We work on a referral only basis with over 160 agencies across the Auckland region, who place orders for resources on behalf of the whānau that they are supporting.

Only Case/Agency workers are able to submit a referral request below.

Submit a request

Donate

Support our mission by donating pre-loved or new children’s items, making a financial contribution, or volunteering your time. Together, we can make a difference and nurture a brighter future for all.

Donate here

Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart of Nurturing Families. Our dedicated team from across Auckland brings diverse skills and experiences, making them invaluable to our mission. If you’re interested in joining our volunteer family, contact us today!

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Our Impact

The numbers that matter to us.

11

Years of Operation

30,000

Children Supported
to Date

$950k

Est. Value of Items
Distributed (2023)

1,674

Families Supported
(so far in 2024)

167

Partner Agencies

61,443 kg

Saved from Landfill
(in 2023)

Because of you

We are able to make this happen.

"Mum is excited for baby to arrive but needs some support. This mum has been in care since she was 6-7 years old. She has a had a rough life growing up. She is a young parent turning 18 years old this year."
"Mum is looking for a fresh start and requires some belongings for baby. This mum is a single mother. She use to have drug issues and is currently in Odyssey house family centre. She has been doing well and is going to graduate from Odyssey House."
"Looking for baby items for a newborn on the way. Single mum with 3 young children and another on the way. She was housed by linkpeple due to homelessness and has a history of domestic violence."
"First time mama wanting the best start for her pepe, therefore left a relationship that would have a negative impact on her pepe due to domestic violence."
"One child co sleeps with mum and I was able to find a cot for her 7month old. Single mother who is going through rough times due to a recent family violent incident. Mother has moved into a new home however has limited items."