Meet our 2023 Good Cause Grants recipients
Our Good Cause Grants allow our people to nominate and vote for the charities important to them for the chance to receive $5,000.
Each year, we encourage our employees to support a cause important to them by nominating a charity of their choice for the chance to receive $5,000 each from nib foundation. Thanks to the more than 1,800 votes from our employees, we’re excited to announce the recipients of our 2023 Good Cause Grants.
To date, our Good Cause Grants have provided $225,000 in funding to support 45 important causes that help improve health and wellbeing outcomes for the communities in which we live and work.
Congratulations to this year’s recipients:
Bear Cottage - Children's palliative care
Bear Cottage, opens in a new tab a part of Sydney Children's Hospital Foundation, is the only children's hospice in NSW - a very special place that's dedicated to caring for children with life-limiting conditions. Bear Cottage is set up to provide palliative care to children 24 hours a day, with a link to The Children's Hospital Network , ensuring families have access to the best medical resources in the world.
“My Goddaughter and her family were supported from the day of her birth until she passed away two months later. This was in 2015 and they have continued to support Jessie's family and let her legacy live on.”
– Kate, Clinical Advisor
Endometriosis Australia
Endometriosis Australia, opens in a new tab endeavours to increase recognition of endometriosis, provide endometriosis education programs, and provide funding for endometriosis research
"It took me 10 years to get a diagnosis with extreme pain and being dismissed by medical professionals.”
– Cooper, Compliance Manager
Surfing the Spectrum
Surfing the Spectrum, opens in a new tab aim to positively build and sustain purposeful autism and disability aware communities through their surf therapy initiatives. They work to promote, protect, and support the rights of children with autism and their families
“Volunteering with STS I have had the opportunity to share my love of the ocean with autistic and Asperger kids and their families, giving parents a well needed rest. We create a safe space for the kids to be themselves, and experience the therapeutic effects of surfing. The joy and smiles from the kids fill my heart after every event and I would love for this grant to go to STS so that we can keep the stoke going for these kids!”
– Gayle, Product Owner, Sales
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wellington
Big Brothers Big Sisters Wellington, opens in a new tab support whānau, families and communities to see their young people thrive. Their aim is to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth through mentoring relationships.
“It’s a great cause and it’s funded purely on grants and donations. I’m involved with my buddy Hayden. We are the longest match in Wellington (4.5 years). Hayden doesn’t have a father and the difference I've seen in him in the time I’ve spent with him has been unbelievable. He’s gone from a shy 8yo who didn’t say much, to a very mature young man who is seen as a leader amongst his peers.”
– Stu, National Manager - Adviser Distribution
Burn Support Charitable Trust
Burn Support Group, opens in a new tabwork to improve the lives of burn survivors and lower the incidents of burn injuries through their three-pronged approach of Prevention, Education and Care. They provide support and ongoing care for families who have been through a traumatic burn event.
“I've had the honour to volunteer as a camp leader at the last camp for the past four years. Camp gives the children an opportunity to make friendships, share their experiences in a safe space with no judgement, gain confidence while raising their self-esteem, learn skills and try activities they may have never had the chance to. I can't express what it means to be blessed enough to meet and spend time with these kids. They all have something special to share and teach the world about self-love, being grateful for everyday and the courage to be yourself. Their kindness and humour is infectious.”
– Tayla, Health Provider Engagement Lead
SERVE in Solidarity
SERVE, opens in a new tabSERVE is an Irish development and volunteering organisation committed to providing equal opportunities for poor communities living in Southern Africa, South-East Asia and South America. They partner with local communities and organisations to offer high-quality vocational and educational learning opportunities, helping young people gain employment or start and develop their businesses.
“I am going to Zambia volunteering in July. I will see firsthand how the money fundraised will help in the likes of India and Africa. These poor people do not have basic rights, with this grant it will help purchase the basics.”
– Sarah, Emergency Assistance Case Manager
Stories of better health from our 2022 Community Report – Out now
Our 2022 Community Report highlights how we’ve worked with our partners to support the better health and wellbeing of people and communities.
Kiwis to receive an extra 2,300 hours of crisis support during COVID-19
We’re ensuring Lifeline Aotearoa can continue their 24/7 mental health support for Kiwis during COVID-19 through our new partnership.
Dignity offered to disadvantaged women in the Hunter region
Three Dignity Vending Machines have been installed locally by our partner Share the Dignity to offer free sanitary items for Hunter women in need.