Hōngongoi July Update
7 July 2026
Big exciting news first! This financial year we've rescued 71,213kg of kai that is good food, but otherwise would have been thrown out ! (That's about 47 double decker buses) ! We're incredibly proud of this milestone and so grateful to our generous kai donors and the amazing community groups who help get this food to whānau across our community. 🎉
Of course, none of this happens without our volunteers. A huge mihi to every one of them for the time, care and energy they give. We're currently welcoming some friendly new faces and expect to have another volunteer opportunity available in the next week or two. Could that be you? Register your expression of interest here: https://forms.gle/GTndtrazihGfiCKp6
You've probably seen in the news how tough things are for food charities right now - there's been some good press coverage of this. We're feeling those pressures too. While this year's Government Budget continued funding for food rescues around the motu for another year, funding one year at a time still leaves a lot of uncertainty. That's why we're supporting Vote for Kai, a campaign calling on all political parties to commit to a food system that works for everyone. If that matters to you too, please add your name: our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/vote-for-kai 🌱
Your support here on Givealittle helps keep rescued kai flowing to the people who need it most. We are so greatful for you! Ngā mihi nui 💚
