Top Rated Education Charities in New Zealand 2026

Discover the highest-rated education organizations with the best trust scores in New Zealand. Showing the top 100 organizations.

1

Morrinsville Historical Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $595,556 Data: 60%

The Morrinsville Historical Society Inc endeavours to preserve the social history of Morrinsville and District and to provide a service to the community by the …

2

Ahu Charitable Trust ki Pukerua Bay

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $15,643 Data: 5%

Better connected, vibrant and resilient communities where all people have opportunities to enjoy the company of others, get to know their ‘neighbours’ and share their …

3

Access Radio Wairarapa Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $321,638 Data: 5%

To provide broadcasting access and facilities to the minority/disability/ethnic/cultural groups and individuals of the Wairarapa region.

4

Red Leap Theatre Charitable Trust Board

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $610,314 Data: 60%

To create unforgettable original visual theatre that makes a difference. • To create high quality visual theatre. • To actively support and encourage women’s talents …

5

The Lake House Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $623,773 Data: 60%

To innovate and elevate our diverse arts and culture practices for the benefit of all communities, while honouring the history and heritage of the buildings.

6

Agnes Brenda Boyd Northcroft Estate

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $12,745 Data: 5%

All Income arising from the residue of Estate is payable to the Dunedin Public Art Gallery Society (Inc) in perpetuity for the general purposes of …

7

Adam Foundation

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $417,331 Data: 5%

Encourage artistic endeavours, especially among young people.

8

Al Kareem Welfare

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $17,481 Data: 5%

Work with the community to provide support for the less fortunate, through basic amenities including food, warmth and other needed support. Work on providing social …

9

6th Battalion (Hauraki) Regimental Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $7,531 Data: 5%

The promotion and fostering of good fellowship and comradeship amongst its members who have served in Hauraki units and the maintenance and encouragement of interest …

10

Allan Webb Theatre Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $73,000 Data: 5%

To advance education by fostering and promoting arts, culture and heritage. To provide educational grants. To support other charitable organisations in Te Awamutu and its …

11

1862 Pendle Hill Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $583 Data: 5%

Protection of Local History and Heritage

12

Albertland Heritage Museum Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $61,367

The preservation of objects of local, historical and general interest, exhibiting and preserving the various historic Maori and old colonial artefacts, works of art, photographs, …

13

Alexandra Musical Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $48,881

Provides Entertainment to the Public and opportunities for individuals to develop their skills and interest in the performing Arts, by: Production of a full Musical …

14

Alliance Francaise Palmerston North Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $234,899

(i) The advancement of education in respect of French language and the cultures of French-speaking communities. (ii) To promote knowledge and appreciation of French language …

15

Akaroa Community Arts Council

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $45,699

The Akaroa Community Arts Council is a dynamic group of Banks Peninsula residents who promote and encourage creativity in the communities of Akaroa and the …

16

Alexander Turnbull Library Endowment Trust Board

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $72,658

The Endowment Trust Board provides support to the Alexander Turnbull Library by managing funds derived from bequests, gifts, donations and other sources.

17

Alexandra District Museum Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $177,613

To provide and maintain a public museum and art gallery.

18

Actors Benevolent Fund

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $18,895

A Charitable non- profit trust set up to help performers who are sick or in need and unable to work

19

Action Education Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $734,536

Action Education is Aotearoa’s leading Youth Development organisation who uses Spoken Word poetry to facilitate life changing experiences. Action Ed's kaupapa (mission) is to strengthen …

20

African Film Festival New Zealand

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $31,550

1. Within New Zealand to promote the establishment of an annual African film festival Showcasing films from Africa, about Africa or with African themes. 2. …

21

Albany Singers Incorporated

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $23,646

To promote and further the interests and welfare of the Singers in Auckland and elsewhere. Create a situation for people who enjoy singing to come …

22

Akaroa Civic Trust

NZ Trust: 70/100 Revenue: $3,143

To protect, conserve or enhance the heritage, amenity and landscape values of Akaroa.

23

Rangiora And Districts Early Records Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $27,190 Data: 63%

(1) To collect, study, preserve and display records, photographs and other material relating to the history of Rangiora and surrounding districts. (2) To foster a …

24

Palmerston North Operatic Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $923,897 Data: 63%

AIM To provide the resources and opportunity for all the members of the Society to actively participate in all aspects of theatre, at all times …

25

Queenstown Arts Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $44,200 Data: 63%

The Society is established and maintained exclusively for charitable purposes, namely (a) To promote and encourage participation and opportunities in community arts for the benefit …

26

McCahon House Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $615,242 Data: 63%

The McCahon House Trust was established in 1999, to recognise the life and art of Colin McCahon during the transformative period the family lived in …

27

New Zealand Warbirds Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $747,737 Data: 63%

Dedicated to the restoration,preservation and operation of former service aircraft for the benefit and education of future generations of New Zealanders.

28

New Zealand Suzuki Institute Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $412,436 Data: 63%

Developing Character, ability and community through music. NZSI’s aim is to nurture the character and ability of children through Dr Suzuki’s vision of communities enriched …

29

NZ Mountain Film Festival Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $211,643 Data: 63%

Promote and educate visitors on NZ film, art and literature. Fund young school leavers in adventure film making courses and/or adventure skills training, Financially support …

30

Kaikaiawaro Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $5,525,443 Data: 63%

The purposes of the Trust is to receive, hold, manage and administer the funds of the Trust for every charitable purpose, including but not limited …

31

Howick Little Theatre Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $455,396 Data: 63%

Our purpose is to provide education, training & instruction to the members of the community in the performing arts including all skills related to the …

32

Hutt Art Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $84,605 Data: 63%

The Society's Mission is: To support recreational arts in the community To provide a welcoming environment for exchanging ideas and skills To provide a facility …

33

Anawhata Museum Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $128,961 Data: 63%

The purpose of this charity is to operate as the Packard Motor Museum. Our mission is to inform the public of the changes in technology …

34

Glenbrook Vintage Railway Charitable Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $3,082,040 Data: 63%

The Trust Board is charged with applying income from the assets under it's control to be used for the charitable purpose for the advancement of …

35

Creative Capital Arts Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,963,364 Data: 63%

CCAT was established in 2011 to facilitate the delivery of iconic festivals and performances in Wellington and to provide reliable support for artists. Creative Capital …

36

Hamilton Citizens' Band Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $89,158 Data: 63%

Promote the advancement and study of brass music and to teach the playing of brass instruments

37

Kaikoura Historical Society (Incorporated)

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $239,217 Data: 63%

To collect, preserve, manage and present items and stories of importance to the Kaikoura District to promote interest in and learning about our unique natural, …

38

Mayfair Theatre Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $164,682 Data: 63%

Provision of a community Theatre

39

Manukau Orchestral Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $414,666 Data: 63%

To bring joy through making music, enhancing the lives and wellbeing of all those involved through Manukau Symphony Orchestra's "very special spirit"

40

Motueka Arts Council Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $21,773 Data: 63%

The Motueka Arts Council is a not-for-profit organisation with charitable status, dedicated to strengthening the arts sector and promoting and encouraging the arts in and …

41

Oxford Arts Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $59,600 Data: 63%

To promote the visual arts in Oxford & Waimakariri region by providing a centre for creative development, production & presentation: I.Providing a Centre for development …

42

Te Hana Community Development Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $572,674 Data: 63%

a) to promote, advance and facilitate education and knowledge concerning Tikanga Maori, Te Reo Maori, Kaupapa Maori and Toi Maori for firstly, the people of …

43

Community Arts Palmerston North Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $482,301 Data: 63%

The Society's vision is to make Square Edge a creative centre for emerging artists and community participation in the arts. The Society's mission is to …

44

Pou Kapua Creations Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $550,907 Data: 63%

Pou Kapua Creations Trust is the legal owner and guardian of Pou Kapua, which includes the Pou that stands 20 metres high, traditionally, and intricately …

45

Nightsong

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $387,186 Data: 63%

To: • promote and deliver innovatively strong theatre with high production values • present original NZ works with universally relevant stories • develop works in …

46

Aukaha (1997) Limited

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $6,522,000 Data: 63%

To provide an effective mechanism for: • Rūnanga participation and input into the resource management process. • Resource users and resource consenting agencies to access …

47

ARTSPACE (Aotearoa) Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $916,646 Data: 63%

Artspace Aotearoa Trust is a trust-based trust with the purpose of undertaking an annual programme of activities to support and encourage the development of contemporary …

48

Asia New Zealand Film Foundation Trust

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

The purposes of the Trust are as follows: a. within NZ to promote the education of persons in all types of filmmaking including video, TV …

49

Helensville and District Historical Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $77,565 Data: 63%

The society is dedicated to preserving the history of the South Kaipara area for future generations

50

Auckland Festival of Photography Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $201,024 Data: 63%

The Trust is a not for profit charitable trust working to further the presence and awareness of photography in Auckland through joint programming, audience development …

51

Art Kaipara Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $142,531 Data: 63%

Art Kaipara Inc is a body of local artists who come together to create and share visual arts with the local and wider community. The …

52

Arts Regional Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,302,314 Data: 63%

To contribute to the development of the flourishing of arts and culture in the Auckland region, and, promote the growth of arts and culture throughout …

53

Auckland City Brass Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $55,719 Data: 63%

To promote the knowledge and appreciation of music in particular brass band music amongst its members and to provide good band music for the public …

54

South Auckland Choral Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $26,883 Data: 63%

The objectives of the Society are to train singers, perform, and promote choral music.

55

Circa Theatre Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $4,103,299 Data: 63%

To form and promote a free association of performing artists committed to presenting theatre of the highest standard.

56

Creative Arts Napier | Nga Ringatoi Auaha O Ahuriri Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $229,284 Data: 63%

To enhance the creative spirit of Napier, by providing accessible and affordable arts opportunities.

57

Creative Arts Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $900,924 Data: 63%

- Supporting the wellbeing of people facing mental health challenges in Dunedin and the Otago region through creativity and community engagement - Providing a safe …

58

Hutt Multicultural Council Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $46,847 Data: 63%

1. To promote and protect the interests of the ethnic groups which make Lower Hutt a multi-ethnic city and society. 2. To raise awareness among …

59

Katikati Open-Air Art Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $86,018 Data: 63%

1. Create in Katikati a gallery of all kinds of outdoor artworks, paintings, sculptures, carvings and mosaics. In meeting this goal, we must employ artists …

60

Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival Foundation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,444,622 Data: 63%

To deliver an annual arts festival that engages the community and presents a series of artistic works from the Waikato, around New Zealand and other …

61

Kumarani Productions Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $140,139 Data: 63%

The Kumarani Productions Trust ("KPT") Mission Statement is to promote and introduce Community Circus as a social art model into New Zealand culture involving people …

62

The Blue Oyster Arts Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $283,703 Data: 63%

To establish a community art project space;to provide affordable exhibition space for those who fit the criteria set by the Board, and to promote a …

63

Lopdell Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $511,148 Data: 63%

Lopdell Trust was established with the purpose of promoting and developing education and learning in relation to the performing and fine art disciplines. The Trust …

64

Maori Literature Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $414,900 Data: 63%

The Māori Literature Trust delivers programmes that: * foster and promote the unique identity of Māori literature; * encourage Māori voices in literature; * ensure …

65

New Zealand Dance Advancement Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,205,603 Data: 63%

To create a sustainable, full-time, high-calibre dance company with an Auckland home that contributes to the fabric of New Zealand culture and is dedicated to …

66

Oxford Agricultural And Pastoral Association

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $120,754 Data: 63%

The Oxford Agricultural and Pastoral Association is one of 95 A&P Shows that comes under the umbrella of the Royal Agricultural Society of New Zealand. …

67

Featherston Booktown Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $382,848 Data: 63%

The charitable objects and purposes of the Trust ( the Trust purposes) are as follows: (a) To promote literature and literacy through the celebration of …

68

New Zealand Society Of Genealogists Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $371,320 Data: 63%

The mission of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists (‘NZSG’) is “To provide educational opportunities and research resources for the development of knowledge, skills and …

69

Play It Strange Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $681,655 Data: 63%

The Play It Strange Trust was founded in 2003 and has been running programmes to encourage and develop interest, activity and skills in songwriting, recording …

70

The Keirunga Gardens Arts and Crafts Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $97,674 Data: 63%

Provide Buildings, Facilities & Open Space for Learning and the Practice of Arts and Crafts

71

Taihape Heritage Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $55,368 Data: 63%

To ensure and do any act that conserves or helps to conserve the natural, cultural and physical heritage of Taihape and surrounding district and to …

72

Te Houtaewa Māori Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,294,686 Data: 63%

1. To promote Hauora (well-being) by providing holistic healthcare services rooted in Māori cultural practices, benefiting all communities and ethnicities. 2. To enhance Mātauranga (education) …

73

The Auckland Bands Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $132,504 Data: 63%

an association of all Auckland brass bands, administer rules, organise competitions and youth events.

74

Te Aroha and District Museum Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $53,952 Data: 63%

MISSION STATEMENT To present the history of our town & District in ways that recognise and explain our shared past as the foundation of our …

75

Nota Bene Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $44,664 Data: 63%

To create unique and engaging choral experiences for our audiences through promoting and fostering choral music in New Zealand; regularly presenting concerts comprising high quality …

76

Southward Museum Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,864,832 Data: 63%

The Trust has been set up to preserve and present the motoring heritage of New Zealand in its museum and event centre providing a memorable …

77

Northland Youth Theatre Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $149,527 Data: 63%

Northland Youth Theatre is a charitable trust solely devoted to young people. NYT holds a belief that the performing arts have the power to transform …

78

Rotorua Civic Arts Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $81,802 Data: 63%

The purpose of the Rotorua Civic Arts Trust is to grow and strengthen the creative arts and culture within the Rotorua District by supporting high …

79

Friends of St David’s Trust Kāhui Rangi Pūpū

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $518,930 Data: 63%

We are a charitable trust dedicated to the preservation of the St David’s Memorial Church building as a living memorial that serves the wellbeing of …

80

Golden Bay Museum Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $117,481 Data: 63%

To preserve and interpret the history of Golden Bay/Mohua

81

Rangiwahia Environmental Arts Centre Trust Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $51,330 Data: 63%

An incorporated society with charitable status furthering the aims of sustainable practice and community development.To promote Environmental arts projects and community participation in visual arts. …

82

Terrace Station Charitable Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $80,870 Data: 63%

To preserve and maintain the historic property of Sir John and Lady Hall at Terrace Station, Hororata; to encourage and foster research and education into …

83

Societa Dante Alighieri (Auckland NZ) Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $248,587 Data: 63%

To promote fellowship between Italian and non-Italian speakers who wish to broaden their understanding and appreciation of the Italian Language and Culture.

84

Hawke's Bay Orchestra

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $121,617 Data: 63%

(a) Promote the education of the public, particularly in Hawke’s Bay, in the appreciation of orchestral music, (b) Present orchestral works to the public, particularly …

85

Ashburton Operatic Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $42,780 Data: 63%

To cultivate and advance the arts of musical theatre, dance, music and drama by the encouragement of public interest and appreciation. To provide training, education …

86

Hawke's Bay Digital Archives Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $125,100 Data: 63%

Digitising Hawke's Bay history for posterity

87

Wellington Potters Association Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $289,983 Data: 63%

The objects of the Association shall be to help, encourage and advance the interests of potters and the art and craft of pottery within New …

88

Goldfields Railway Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $465,736 Data: 63%

Preservation of rail Heritage and operation of Tourist railway

89

Bach Musica NZ Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $262,800 Data: 63%

To foster and promote an appreciation and understanding of classical music in general and the works composed by Johann Sebastian Bach in particular by means …

90

Arts Festival Taranaki Charitable Trust Board

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,810,986 Data: 63%

The purpose of the Arts Festival Taranaki Charitable Trust is to establish, organise, promote and maintain an arts festival for the benefit of the citizens …

91

The Tauranga Art Gallery Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,984,443 Data: 63%

The Tauranga Art Gallery is a not-for-profit organisation. The role of the gallery is to create, exceptional art experiences that engage, inspire, challenge and educate …

92

Arts For Health Community Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $352,212 Data: 63%

The purpose of Arts for Health is to provide unique accessible and affordable therapeutic services for disadvantaged and marginalised groups in our community. We provide …

93

Arts Inc. Heretaunga Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $578,364 Data: 63%

To provide platforms and pathways for creativity, arts and culture in Hawke’s Bay; To encourage participation by all of the Hawke’s Bay community in the …

94

Garden City Orchestra Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $10,439 Data: 63%

The purposes of the GCO are to: a) Maintain and enhance the Garden City Orchestra (GCO), a community orchestra, so that players of orchestral instruments …

95

Te Aitanga-a-Hauiti Centre of Excellence Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,195,990 Data: 63%

To promote, advance, support, develop and maintain excellence in the cultural, social, political, sporting and academic achievements and aspirations for Te Aitanga-a Hauiti whanau, Marae …

96

Taki Rua Productions Society Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,716,242 Data: 63%

Taki Rua Productions Society Incorporated purpose is to provide opportunities to create Māori and reo Māori based theatre, to engage Māori communities to experience high-quality …

97

Wellington Regional Orchestra Foundation Incorporated

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,940,362 Data: 63%

Orchestra Wellington aims to be the most accessible orchestra in the country, welcoming people from all walks of life to our performances and taking the …

98

The Polyfest Trust

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $2,752,115 Data: 63%

The trustees wish to provide a cultural dance experience for the Maori and Pacific Island community as well as the general public, to allow Auckland …

99

Creative Waikato

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $1,638,268 Data: 63%

To advance education specifically in all forms of the field of art, for the regions public benefit, not for private profit. To promote, encourage, advance …

100

NZTrio Foundation

NZ Trust: 65/100 Revenue: $457,453 Data: 63%

To promote , fund and maintain NZTrio and enable it to undertake concert performances and educational engagements for the furtherance of music in New Zealand