Top Rated Advocacy & Civil Rights Charities in New Zealand 2026

Discover the highest-rated advocacy & civil rights organizations with the best trust scores in New Zealand. Showing the top 100 organizations.

1

St John Of God Health Care Incorporated

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $2,214,381,000 Data: 60%

St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) pursued its charitable purpose during the last financial year in Australia via the operation of hospitals and home …

2

Te Whanganui-A-Tara Youth Development Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,728,279 Data: 63%

"Supporting rangatahi in Te Whanganui-a-Tara to thrive, connecting them to timely, accessible, and engaging health, wellbeing, and support services." Evolve is a 'one stop shop' …

3

Health Research Foundation - Hawke's Bay Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $130,379 Data: 63%

Since 1961, Health Research Foundation-HB has been an independent research group focused on improving the health of the region. Our aim is to promote and …

4

Whatever It Takes Trust Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $10,923,698 Data: 63%

To improve the wellbeing of people who have experience of mental illness and drug addiction primary through consumer case management services and individually tailored packages …

5

Eye Health Aotearoa

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $132,737 Data: 63%

The objects of the Trust are to: 1) Eliminate avoidable vision impairment and blindness in New Zealand (NZ) 2) Develop a Population Eye Health capability …

6

Te Kaha O'Te Rangatahi Whanau O Tamaki Makaurau Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,088,349 Data: 63%

The purpose of the Trust is to provide opportunities for families and their children to enable them to flourish in their communities by providing quality …

7

The Cardiac Society Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $730,512 Data: 63%

The Cardiac Society Charitable Trust is engaged in the advancement of cardiovascular knowledge.

8

Petersgate Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $541,219 Data: 63%

We exist to provide affordable, professional counselling to the community.

9

St Marks Society

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,280,044 Data: 63%

St Marks will provide people with the necessary skills tools and knowledge that promote a healthy body and mind. In doing so we aim to …

10

New Zealand Private Surgical Hospitals Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $587,317 Data: 63%

To promote, position and connect the private surgical hospital sector in New Zealand. To strengthen the sector through facilitating capability development opportunities with an educational …

11

Dietitians Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $717,067 Data: 63%

The Dietitians Board is one of 16 Regulatory Authorities established under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (HPCA Act) that enables self-regulation of various …

12

Well Women and Family Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,569,009 Data: 63%

Well Women and Family Trust is a Not for Profit Charitable Trust founded 30 years ago in response to the Cartwright Enquiry. The vision was …

13

Shalom Court Auckland Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $3,077,712 Data: 63%

A rest home & hospital for senior citizens (primarily those of the Jewish faith) and other persons whether in Auckland or elsewhere and to provide …

14

Te Roopu Tautoko Ki Te Tonga Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,178,071 Data: 63%

Community Health Organisation who work in collaboration with specific community providers and agencies to ensure those in need receive relevant health and social services for …

15

Wellington Medical Research Foundation Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $490,236 Data: 63%

To foster the strength and excellence of health research in the Wellington region and to advance the quality of healthcare by seeking and applying bequests …

16

Tui Ora Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $30,154,953 Data: 63%

Provision of integrated health and youth services; and the fostering and enhancing of Maori business development for iwi and hapu in the Taranaki region

17

Rotorua Hospital Chaplaincy Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $81,763 Data: 63%

To provide spiritual and emotional care that helps people live with who they are. We do this by having an accredited Chaplain who regularly visits …

18

Lister Home Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $4,964,466 Data: 63%

Care and welfare of older persons

19

The Tongan Health Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $12,478,340 Data: 63%

General Practice, Nursing Services, Medical Services, Specialist Health Services, ECE, Specialist Health Services, Social Services, and Research

20

Te Hopai Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,165,000 Data: 63%

Care for the aged and needy.

21

Hutt Union and Community Health Service Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $3,853,932 Data: 63%

To provide Primary Health Services to a High Needs Population

22

Marsden Day Care Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $212,639 Data: 63%

To provide non-residential respite services for people suffering from dementia and other age related diseases.

23

Midlands Health Network Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $17,639,350 Data: 63%

The primary activities of Midlands Health Network Limited is to provide Primary Health Care Management Services to its Partners who include: - Pinnacle Incorporated - …

24

Debra New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $228,151 Data: 63%

DEBRA NZ provides those with EB and their families with support, information, and assists them in obtaining appropriate care and treatment. DEBRA NZ provides information …

25

Odyssey House Trust Christchurch

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $18,683,980 Data: 63%

The Principle activity of the Trust is to improve the wellbeing of individuals, whanau and community affected by issues relating to addiction and mental health.

26

Huntington's Disease Association (Wellington) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $123,463 Data: 63%

To improve community awareness and attitudes towards Huntington's Disease and to promote friendship and support amongst families where a member has a disease by promoting …

27

The Malaghan Institute of Medical Research

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $32,456,529 Data: 63%

Capitalizing on scientific discoveries to return value to New Zealand

28

Health Action Trust (Nelson)

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,618,639 Data: 63%

To promote health and wellbeing. To inform, advocate-for, build and strengthen our community. Have regard to the Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its articles namely …

29

Men's Health Trust New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $212,266 Data: 63%

Men's Health Trust NZ, is a registered New Zealand Charity [CC10645] established in 2007. Our purpose is to support men in New Zealand with their …

30

Pihanga Health 2007 Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,756,093 Data: 63%

To provide quality healthcare the best meets the needs of our community in a friendly and safe environment. We are a Rural Practice who provides …

31

The Masonic Villages Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $41,767,136 Data: 63%

Provide care services and accommodation/housing for older people, or people alike in age, interest and need.

32

New Zealand Society on Alcohol & Drug Dependence

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $384,972 Data: 63%

To provide support and treatment to assist people in their recovery from addiction.

33

Te Puna Hauora O Te Raki Paewhenua Society Inc

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $8,103,468 Data: 63%

Te Puna Hauora is kaupapa Maori primary healthcare provider committed to the reduction of health inequalities in vulnerable high needs population. Delivering quality accessible and …

34

Drug And Alcohol Support Taupo Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,249,078 Data: 63%

Drug & Alcohol Support Taupo Trust's mission is to ensure the wellness and wellbeing of the people of the local community through fostering toward enhanced …

35

Health Hawke's Bay Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $79,251,396 Data: 63%

To promote high quality health care that is valued, accessed by our people and creates positive health outcomes for all.

36

Knox Home Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $29,592,129 Data: 63%

To build, furnish, maintain and carry on and provide for the upkeep of hospitals and/or homes primarily for poor people who are suffering from illness …

37

Te Aroha And District Health Services Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $4,309,464 Data: 63%

The Te Aroha and District Health Services Charitable Trust, in meeting community needs and demands, will in co-operation with qualified and professional staff, provide efficient, …

38

New Progress Enterprises

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,510,286 Data: 63%

A community based organization providing individual and group activities that enhance mental and physical wellbeing.

39

Nursing Council of New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $19,862,053 Data: 63%

Protect the Health and Safety of members of the public by providing mechanisms to ensure that Nurses are competent and fit to practice their profession.

40

Whangaroa Health Services Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $3,851,316 Data: 63%

Towards a healthy, thriving and resilient Community

41

The Vincentian Foundation for the Elderly

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $19,279 Data: 63%

To improve the welfare of needy elderly throughout New Zealand

42

Te Hauora o Turanganui a Kiwa Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $16,746,057 Data: 63%

Turanga Health's mission is to build family wellness for future generations.

43

Well Women Franklin Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $224,283 Data: 63%

Well Women Franklin Trust provides free support for women with any form of antenatal or postnatal anxiety, distress or Maternal Mental Health issue. Our programmes …

44

Te Oranganui Trust (Incorporated)

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $24,613,226 Data: 63%

To empower Whānau into their future

45

Tuwharetoa Health Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $9,266,074 Data: 63%

Tuwharetoa Health is a kaupapa Māori health provider delivering a range of services to the Turangi, Taupo and Mangakino communities. Our vision to improve the …

46

Council of Medical Colleges in New Zealand Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $329,171 Data: 63%

The principal activity of the Trust is to provide a unifying organisation and education support structure within the Medical Colleges in New Zealand.

47

The Pohlen Foundation Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $325,401 Data: 63%

To provide financial assistance to Pohlen Hospital for new equipment and improving facilities and amenities. Support the Hospital Trust Board's mission to provide quality healthcare …

48

Te Hau Ora O Ngapuhi Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $12,894,785 Data: 63%

With a shared vision "That the sacred house of Ngapuhi stands strong" one of the founding pillars for Te Hau Ora O Ngapuhi is to …

49

Neuroendocrine Cancer New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $205,307 Data: 63%

The purposes of Neuroendocrine Cancer New Zealand are to: (a) Provide community and network for those people and families who are, or have been affected …

50

Kahungunu Executive Ki Te Wairoa Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $10,814,365 Data: 63%

To administer the Maori Community Development Act (1962) considering & actioning matters relevant to the social, cultural & economic advancement of the Maori people of …

51

Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,966,541 Data: 63%

As a Responsible Authority under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003, the Board is responsible for the registration and oversight of occupational therapy practitioners. …

52

Whanganui Regional Health Network

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $31,911,000 Data: 63%

Provision of Health Services in the Community

53

Huntington's Disease Association (Auckland) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $278,951 Data: 63%

" Huntington’s disease does not discriminate based on gender or ethnicity." Therefore the organization exists to provide confidential, non-discriminatory services to all whānau/family members across …

54

MASH Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $38,839,000 Data: 63%

The Trust provides residential and community based health and disability support services for people with mental health, intellectual and/or physical disabilities, alcohol and addictions (including …

55

Neurological Foundation of New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $15,647,189 Data: 63%

"To alleviate suffering from diseases and disorders of the brain and nervous system through research and education".

56

M.E. Information and Support Services (Otago and Southland) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $30,774 Data: 63%

Entity’s purpose or mission: • MEISS mission is to improve the quality of life for people with M.E. by providing them with information and support, …

57

Hearing House Services Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $4,034,757 Data: 63%

Hearing House Service Limited (trading as The Hearing House) is a subsidiary of the Cochlear Implant Foundation of New Zealand. The Hearing House provides health …

58

Te Aro Health Centre Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,221,827 Data: 63%

Te Aro Health Centre is a nurse-led clinic providing accessible, high quality, low fee cost health services to the vulnerable, marginalised and economically disadvantaged populations …

59

ME/CFS Canterbury / West Coast Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $189,744 Data: 63%

Our Vision is that every person with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and long COVID in Canterbury and West Coast lives the best quality …

60

Health Research Council Of New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $130,507,000 Data: 63%

The purpose of the Health Research Council of New Zealand is defined within S6 of the Health Research Council Act 1990.

61

The Rare Disorders New Zealand Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $433,231 Data: 63%

To champion and amplify the collective voice of New Zealanders with rare disorders, advocating for access to world class and world leading health, disability, education …

62

The Burn Support Group Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $189,464 Data: 63%

Our goal is to improve the lives of burn survivors and lower the incidents of burn injuries.

63

Te Hā o Hine-ahu-one Palmerston North Women’s Health Collective Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $117,399 Data: 63%

TE MOEMOEĀ VISION Our vision, moemoeā: a future where every woman/wahine understands, cares for and is able to heal her body, mind, spirit, whānau, community …

64

Healthwest Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $7,908,171 Data: 63%

We provide health, social, whanau ora and community support services with a particular focus on vulnerable communities, including Maori, Pacific, children, young people, families and …

65

Whau Mental Health Research Foundation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $55,863 Data: 63%

To support high quality research in New Zealand into studies that address problems with mental health by providing funding for studies into their epidemiology, aetiology, …

66

Te Ika Whenua Hauora Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,654,350 Data: 63%

Piki te Ora “Creating good health” for our Community and surrounding rohe • Build Strategic Relationships and Strong Alliances, maintain and extend our accreditation • …

67

Turuki Health Care Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $33,476,307 Data: 63%

An accredited specialist of services to women, babies and whanau

68

The Canterbury Mental Health Education and Resource Centre Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,494,662 Data: 63%

To proactively provide personal and community resources and education for individuals and groups whose lives may be affected by mental health, mental ill health, addiction, …

69

Te Hauora O Te Hiku O Te Ika Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $22,952,942 Data: 63%

Te Hiku Hauora is a Not-for-Profit entity and Hauora Māori Organisation established in 1995 that serves the Muriwhenua region. Governed by Māori with representatives from …

70

National Council of Maori Nurses Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $222,223 Data: 63%

To empower, guide and support a sustainable Maori nursing workforce to promote Pae Ora healthy futures to whanau, hapu iwi.

71

The Brain Injury Association (Otago) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $151,541 Data: 63%

Provide support, hope and direction for people affected by brain injury. We achieve this by providing a voice, being community focused and inclusive and delivering …

72

The Mercury Bay Community Radiology and Health Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $604,504 Data: 63%

To be beneficial to the community of Mercury Bay by: Managing, maintaining and supporting the provision of medical equipment and facilities for the benefit of …

73

Tū Ora Compass Health

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $107,848,723 Data: 63%

Supporting providers of primary care services in the Wellington and Wairarapa region,

74

Tuberous Sclerosis Complex New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $10,626 Data: 63%

To provide a community and network which informs, connects and supports the NZ Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) community which includes individuals with TSC, their families …

75

Howick Baptist Healthcare Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $20,355,819 Data: 63%

The Company is established to carry on business, to take on such leases and contractual obligations and to hold the capital as well as the …

76

Kaipara Community Health Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $58,312 Data: 63%

To retain and enhance health services in the Kaipara

77

Tamahere Eventide Home Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $22,304,178 Data: 63%

To provide a quality caring service for older people, in a Christian environment.

78

Colville Community Health Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $71,412 Data: 63%

To provide health and wellness focused services and facilities, which meet the needs of Colville: that are holistic, accessible, people friendly, sustainable and progressive

79

Te Whare Mahana Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,630,485 Data: 63%

To provide an integrated range of mental health services in Golden Bay, using evidence based best practice to assist people to work towards achieving wellness …

80

St John Tauranga Area Committee

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $257,555 Data: 63%

The mission of St John in New Zealand is to prevent and relieve sickness and injury and to act to enhance the health and well-being …

81

Whaiora Whanui Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $6,533,570 Data: 63%

To be beneficial to the Wairarapa community by improving health and wellbeing outcomes for whanau

82

Depression Support Network

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $370,916 Data: 63%

To support those in Canterbury with depression by providing individual and group peer support & community education.

83

Te Manu Toroa Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $11,770,320 Data: 63%

Te Manu Toroa Trust is an organisation that provides integrated Health and Social services to Maori in the Bay of Plenty.

84

Platform Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $619,401 Data: 63%

A flourishing, innovative, well connected community based mental health and addiction service sector that makes a difference in the lives of individuals and communities

85

Te Tai O Marokura Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,134,367 Data: 63%

To provide free health and social services to the Takiwa of Ngati Kuri

86

Te Awhi Whānau Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $8,591,164 Data: 63%

Te Awhi Whanau Charitable Trust is a kaupapa Maori provider specialising in support to whanau with mental health and/or addiction challenges.

87

Tū Pakari - Stand Together Manatōpū

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,775 Data: 63%

To create a safe, supportive, validating community for people with chronic pain and energy-management needs in Hawkes Bay. Our mission is to provide support, advocacy …

88

Hawke's Bay Multiple Sclerosis Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $217,282 Data: 63%

The Hawke's Bay Multiple Sclerosis Society provides support and education to people with multiple sclerosis and other neurological disorders and their families/whanau.

89

Little Company Of Mary - New Zealand

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $4,477,916 Data: 63%

The Little Company of Mary is a Religious Order, which offers compassionate care and support to those in need, valuing the personal integrity and worth …

90

Te Paepae Arahi Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $4,229,482 Data: 63%

Te Paepae Arahi Trust provides community-based Kaupapa Māori mental health and addictions services to assist whānau recovery and wellness

91

Raukawa Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $22,852,499 Data: 63%

To provide cultural, environmental, health, social & treaty services to the community.

92

Kimi Hauora Wairau Marlborough PHO Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $20,432,505 Data: 63%

KHWMPHO contracts with health professionals and organisations in the community, such as General Practices, to deliver quality health care services to an enrolled population of …

93

Gut Cancer Foundation Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $717,982 Data: 63%

Vision: We are committed to positive change and creating an everlasting impact for all New Zealanders affected by gut cancers. Mission: We fund innovative research, …

94

WellSouth Primary Health Network

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $128,425,423 Data: 63%

Supports the primary care health needs of the Otago and Southland community general public

95

Te Hiku Pharmacy Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,190,238 Data: 63%

To promote, support, preserve and enhance the health of Maori and others in need in Aotearoa, with a special and particular emphasis on Maori in …

96

College of Nurses Aotearoa (New Zealand) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $996,550 Data: 63%

* To promote and facilitate professional development in the area of clinical practice, nursing management, nursing education and research. * To monitor, comment and advise …

97

Manuka Street Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $15,417 Data: 63%

To support health care provision to the citizens of the Nelson Tasman region.

98

Te Kotuku Hauora Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,568,963 Data: 63%

To design and deliver whanau centred support services and programs to communities within the Rangitikei District that strengthen connections with Turangawaewae and assist whanau towards …

99

Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand Te Kāhui Mate Pukupuku Repe Tātea O Aotearoa Manatōpū

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,004,251 Data: 63%

The Foundation's vision is to significantly reduce, and ultimately end, suffering and death from prostate and testicular cancer.

100

Neurogenesis Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $7,400 Data: 63%

To provide therapy to persons suffering a variety of disabilities whether physical, mental, emotional or spiritual through the provision of specialised music programs