The Tindall Foundation

A family foundation working to build a stronger, more equitable Aotearoa New Zealand since 1994.

Together, our focus is on creating:

An Aotearoa where

Parents and caregivers are empowered and supported to provide the best start in life for their babies & young children

An Aotearoa where there is

Equitable & affordable access to life’s essential needs such as safe, secure housing/shelter, nourishing food and reliable energy  

An Aotearoa where

People know who they are and where they come from, feel safe in their identity and experience a strong sense of belonging  

An Aotearoa where

Communities are resourced and self-sufficient, driving local solutions and long-term wellbeing  

An Aotearoa where there is

Equitable access to opportunities and pathways that enable Rangatahi to lead empowered and self-determined lives

An Aotearoa where we have

Thriving, healthy, biodiverse ecosystems and clean energy that supports climate resilience, and sustains future generations
Tōnui Collab

Celebrating Te Ao Māori Through Digital Innovation in Tairāwhiti

Tōnui Collab’s kaupapa, Pā Hangarau, was a multi‑day wānanga celebrating Māori knowledge and digital innovation coming together to inspire the next generation.

This hands‑on experience saw tamariki participating in water testing in the awa and plant identification in the ngahere, learning about the threats to our taiao and what we can do for restoration and protection. They were then supported to use their newly acquired knowledge to design computer games themed around kaitiakitanga o te taiao – blending cultural learning with technology.

This kaupapa is part of our long‑term commitment to the region of Tairāwhiti, supporting Māori‑led innovation and locally designed solutions.

“Tōnui is a Māori kupu meaning to be prosperous, prolific, productive, flourishing, thriving, successful.”

Recent Donation Highlights

Inspiring mahi positively impacting communities across Aotearoa

Tūpuna Parenting

Reviving the gentle, respectful parenting practices of tūpuna Māori, empowering whānau to nurture happy, strong and loved pēpi and tamariki.

Presbyterian Support: Little Things

Small, practical supports can make a big difference for families under stress and help tamariki participate fully in school and life.

Ōtautahi Creative Spaces

Supporting people who’ve experienced mental distress or trauma to explore creativity, build confidence, and form meaningful connections in safe and inclusive spaces.

RainbowYOUTH Northland

RainbowYOUTH's Northland services are providing vital support for queer, gender diverse, takatāpui and intersex young people across Te Tai Tokerau.

Social Cohesion

TTF co‑funded new research to better understand the state of social cohesion in Aotearoa New Zealand and spark informed national action

Tologa Bay Innovation

A social enterprise at the heart of Uawa dedicated to indigenous empowerment through enterprise and technology.

Impact

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700+

Organisations supported
in 2024-25

23

Local Donation Managers spread right across Aotearoa

$244m

Donated since 1994