Social Work Service CURRENTLY PAUSED
Partner with Te Whai
Mangawhai has long been known as a beautiful place to retire or enjoy a holiday, but that’s changing. A boom in young families moving to the area, along with a growing permanent population, means Mangawhai is now one of the fastest growing towns in New Zealand.
The primary school enrolment at Mangawhai Beach School paints a picture of the impact of this growth. In the past decade, the school’s roll has skyrocketed from 250 students to over 700 students, with more than 100 students requiring additional support due to disabilities or medical conditions.
As Mangawhai’s population continues to grow, so too does the need for comprehensive social services that provide a safety net for more vulnerable members of our community. In the 2024/25 financial year we received a 53% increase in referrals for support services compared with the previous year.
We are grateful to our valued partners and supporters who have contributed to Te Whai and our far-reaching and impactful services.
Between April 2020 - March 2025 we provided:
2,170+ food baskets and gifted items
3,200+ social services provided
1,200+ wellbeing programme sessions
6,000+ companionship sessions for families and older people
But our work doesn’t stop there. We want to create opportunities for people living in Mangawhai to build better futures and a stronger, more compassionate community where everyone can thrive. To do this, we are currently seeking funding partners who are committed to making a long-term difference.
We need your help
The demand for our services continues to grow, and traditional funding sources are becoming less predictable. To sustain and expand our work, we need committed partners who share our vision for a thriving community.
In 2025, we have made the hard decision to pause a number of our essential services. Without sustainable partnerships, more of our services and programmes are at risk of being reduced or paused, impacting the very people we exist to serve. Your partnership ensures we can continue to provide care, guidance, and opportunity for our community.
We are urgently seeking funding to continue or restart the following services and programmes:
Social Work Service (currently paused)
Guiding families and individuals through life’s challenges with care and practical help.
Youth Wellbeing Service (currently paused)
Helping young people to grow, learn, and feel a sense of belonging.
Family Care Service (currently paused)
Therapeutic support and early interventions for whānau of children with disabilities, developmental delays, and significant learning and behavioural needs.
Te Whai Sages Senior and Whānau Service (requiring funding)
Supporting community members to feel connected and valued.
Driver Training Programme (requiring funding)
Providing practical driving lessons to open doors for work and education.
Wellbeing Programmes (requiring funding)
Strengthening mental wellbeing and resilience for people experiencing challenges with stress, relationships, anxiety, parenting and life changes.
How You Can Make a Difference
We invite individuals, businesses, and organisations to join us as partners.
Your support can help us:
Keep our programmes strong so the people who rely on them continue to receive care and guidance.
Reach more members of our community who need support, connection, and opportunity.
Develop new ways to help as needs change, ensuring no one is left behind.
Partnership Opportunities
By partnering with Te Whai Community Trust, you can make a lasting impact in Mangawhai. Your support is more than a donation, it’s an investment in the wellbeing, growth, and resilience of our community.
Contact us at kiri@tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz to express your interest in partnership opportunities.
Join Us in Building a Stronger Community. Together, we can ensure Mangawhai remains a place where everyone has the support they need to thrive. Your partnership changes lives, now and for the future.
Our Major Partner
Our Strategic Partners
Our Supporting Sponsors
Become a Partner
Are you searching online for ‘Corporate social responsibility Northland’ or ‘local sponsorship opportunities’?
We’re looking for long-term, high impact partners who share our vision for a thriving Mangawhai.
If you’re interested, please contact kiri@tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz
Contact us
Te Whai Community House
73 Moir Street
Mangawhai, New Zealand
(inside Mangawhai Domain)
09 431 3459
027 220 0889 (text/phone)
info@tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz
Opening Hours
9 - 3pm Monday to Friday
