Abilities Group

Abilities Group

Abilities Group asks for your help, as we support our 100+ disabled staff and volunteers following a devastating fire.

Auckland

Help Us Rebuild After a Devastating Fire

On the afternoon of Thursday, 24th April, a fire tore through our site, causing extensive damage to our workspaces, tools, and equipment. Thankfully, no one was injured—but the loss is immense, and the road to recovery will be long.

We are a community recycling charity dedicated not just to sustainability, but to creating meaningful employment, training, and support for over 100 people with disabilities. Our work transforms both lives and waste, fostering opportunity, purpose, and a circular economy.

The fire has left many of our team members—some of the most dedicated and resilient people you’ll meet—without the tools or safe spaces they need to work. Our services are currently on hold, right when our community needs them most.

Your donation will help us:

· Support our disabled staff and volunteers during this crisis

· Secure a temporary location as we search for a new home

· Rebuild our workspaces and replace essential equipment

· Reopen our public recycling services

***About Insurance: The building was insured by the landlord. While Abilities Group have our own insurance coverage for equipment, there will be a shortfall. Some items weren’t insurable due to industry constraints. That’s why community support is so crucial right now.

If you’ve recycled with us, volunteered, or simply believe in our mission, please consider donating. Every contribution—whether it helps fund a forklift or replace a coffee cup—brings us one step closer to recovery.

More about us

We’re a recycling charity with a heart for people with disabilities. Our aim is to enrich their lives by offering fulfilling work opportunities. At the same time, we’re also dedicated to protecting the environment and reducing waste.

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Latest update

A New Chapter Begins!  16 May 2025

Posted by: Katie Christoffersen

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we’re excited to share that Abilities has secured new temporary premises to move into. This is a huge step forward in our recovery journey and brings us one step closer to resuming our full operations.

While we’ve been out of our facility, our amazing team has been meeting twice a week to stay connected, support one another, and keep our sense of community alive. Most importantly, your donations have allowed us to continue paying our staff through this difficult time - something we’re truly grateful for.

This progress wouldn’t be possible without you. Every donation has made a real difference, and we’re filled with hope for what’s ahead. Thank you for standing with us as we rebuild Abilities - together.

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Avril
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Thank each & every one of you for your hard work in getting through this difficult time.
$100
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Cash Contributions 1 day ago    Help Rebuild the Abilities Group Recycling Plant
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