What we do
Te Whai Community Trust exists to make Mangawhai a great place for everyone, including vulnerable members of our wonderful community.
Our services are provided in response to community needs. Anyone based in Mangawhai can refer or ask for services including counselling, social support, youth initiatives, wellbeing programmes, driver training, and aroha food parcels.
With the help of dedicated staff, volunteers, and local partnerships, Te Whai creates pathways for whānau to access support, connect with others, and thrive.
Te Whai Community Trust is not a crisis support service for emergency helplines and advocacy support please click here for information.
How to Get Help
Te Whai is happy to support you. You can find the contact details for all of our social services by clicking on 'Learn More' above. If you’re unable to find what you are looking for and you need support, please contact us:
info@tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz
Or complete our referral/request form and one of our friendly staff will be in touch to discuss your needs
Impact
Since 2015, Te Whai Community Trust has helped more than 10,000 people living in the Mangawhai area.
Between April 2020 - March 2025 we provided:
2,170+ food baskets and gifted items
3,200+ social services
1,200+ wellbeing programme sessions
6,000+ companionship sessions for families & older people