The Tauawhitia Trust is proud to be the official charitable trust partner of parkrun, to promote healthier, active and socially connect communities.
Together our goal is to keep parkrun free, for everyone, forever while expanding from over 75 weekly events to 100+ nationwide, reaching even more communities around Aotearoa. To date over 126,000 participants and 15,000 volunteers have joined the movement.
Through this partnership parkrun can access New Zealand grant funding and accept tax-deductible community donations.
How to Support parkrun's Growth
Every new event requires funding to cover the establishment fee; this fee pays for essential initial equipment and support, and ongoing operational costs to ensure safety and sustainability for the lifetime of the event.
100% of all donations go directly to parkrun in New Zealand - The Tauawhitia Trust does not charge any administration fee.
You may choose to donate to parkrun New Zealand in general or to a specific new prospect event (see the list on the right of this page.
Tax Credits: Donations over $5 qualify for a NZ tax credit.
Direct Bank Transfer (zero fees):
Account Name: The Tauawhitia Trust
Account Number: 06-0549-0641702-01
Particulars/ Reference: Enter your name and the Event Name (or enter "parkrun NZ" for general donations).
Important: Please complete the Donation Information Form below for Direct Bank Transfers so we can assign your funds correctly and issues your tax receipt.
Online Giving: Donate via our Givealittle page (link above or directly at parkrun.co.nz)
For updates, campaigns details and news visit our News page.
Donation Information Form
We are fund raising for the following new parkrun events:
Defibrillators and battery packs
parkrun growth
Watch this space
Watch this space
Testimonials from parkrun participants
Michelle Carter
“For me, parkrun is an event we can do as a whole family. My husband is a runner, my children and myself aren’t, but we can do this with him.
Anan Pavan
“When I first attended parkrun in September 2015, I knew very little about the event and was a little hesitant about the ‘run’ in parkrun. However, as you would expect, I was met by a group of friendly, enthusiastic and supportive parkrunners of different ages and capabilities. It was a fantastic experience, and an easy decision to come back each Saturday morning.”
Aimee Withington
“I appreciate how welcoming everyone is, whether it’s your first time or you’ve done many parkruns. There’s always someone at the end cheering you on.”
Graham Rose, David Moss and Pat O’Connor
“For anyone who is a bit older and is thinking of coming along to parkrun, you’re never too old to start. You can take it easy with a walk, and there are lots of other people to walk and talk with. Or of course you can volunteer, which is a great way to be involved in parkrun and to meet other people.”
Rebecca Ford
Of course, however you support parkrun already – through running, walking or volunteering – you play a vital role in our community. And we know not everyone can give a gift of money.