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Kauri Pod: Safe, Weather-Protected Sleeping Pods Bringing Dignity and Support to Homeless New Zealanders

$142 of $50,000 goal
Given by 5 generous donors in 8 weeks

Safe, weather-resistant sleeping pods with solar charging for homeless New Zealanders, restoring dignity and supporting wellbeing.

Auckland

Kauri Pod benefits the community by providing safe, weather-resistant sleeping capsules for homeless people, reducing harm, improving public health, and enhancing safety in public spaces. Local businesses benefit from fewer street disruptions, improved community wellbeing, and stronger partnerships with social services, creating a safer, cleaner, and more welcoming environment for employees, customers, and residents while supporting dignified solutions for those in need.

Terrance Cuthbert's involvement (page creator)

I am the creator, founder and owner of the Kauri Pod initiative

Use of funds

Funds will be spent on designing, prototyping, and building fully enclosed, weather-resistant Kauri Pod sample, including materials, solar and USB features, testing, and supporting safe deployment for people experiencing homelessness.

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Presale Website Launch 20th February 2026  14 February 2026

Kauri Pod is a New Zealand–led startup developing a portable emergency sleeping capsule designed for campers, trekkers, and emergency outdoor situations.

Kauri Pod converts from a backpack into a single-person protective capsule, providing temporary shelter along with integrated solar USB charging for essential devices. Our aim is to create a practical, durable product that serves outdoor users while also supporting those facing hardship.

We are preparing to launch our official Presale Website, where members of the public will be able to secure a Kauri Pod from our first production run. Presales will help fund final prototype refinement, compliance and safety testing, and initial manufacturing setup required to responsibly bring the product to market.

Kauri Pod also includes a social commitment. For every 10 units sold through our presale, we will sponsor 1 Kauri Pod for a homeless or rough sleeper in New Zealand through appropriate distribution channels.

Funds raised through this Givealittle campaign will support development milestones and the launch of our presale platform. We are committed to transparency and will provide updates as progress is made.

Together, we can build a practical solution that supports both outdoor preparedness and social impact.

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Latest donations

Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 13 Feb 2026
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Holly
Holly on 09 Feb 2026
$2
Chantelle
Chantelle on 08 Feb 2026
$50
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 06 Feb 2026
Great cause, go Kauripod
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Terrance
Terrance on 05 Feb 2026
Lets do this
$20

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This campaign started on 21 Jan 2026 and ended on 21 Mar 2026.