Community support and togetherness
Registered Charity CC45964

The Julia and Kylie Wadams Foundation

Enhancing community well-being through strategic partnerships and funding that benefits diverse sectors across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Active Grants $2.4M+

Distributed to community organisations this year

Nationwide Impact
Community Togetherness

Nationwide

Across Aotearoa

Our Purpose

Building Stronger Communities Together

The Julia and Kylie Wadams Foundation is committed to enhancing community well-being by providing grants to various charities and organisations across New Zealand. We believe that meaningful change happens when we work together.

Our focus spans health initiatives, poverty alleviation, and welfare assistance—creating a safety net that reaches every corner of our nation. Through strategic partnerships with established organisations, we ensure that every dollar granted makes a measurable difference.

"Our mission is to make a positive impact nationwide through strategic partnerships and funding that benefit diverse community sectors."

Health

Poverty Relief

Welfare

Where We Give

Our Grant Distribution

We partner with trusted organisations across New Zealand to maximise community impact. Here's how we allocate our annual grants.

20%

The Order of St John

Northern Regional Trust Board

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10%

CCS Disability Action

Incorporated

10%

The Presbyterian Property Trustees

General Purpose

10%

Presbyterian Property Trustees

Birkenhead Parish

10%

National Heart Foundation

of New Zealand

5%

Prader-Willi Syndrome Association

(NZ) Inc

5%

North Shore Housing Trust

Inc

5%

Asthma and Respiratory Foundation

of New Zealand (Inc)

5%

North Shore Hospice Trust

End-of-life care

20%

Flexible Grant Fund

Provision of grants to assist any charitable purpose including the relief of poverty or the provision of welfare assistance through donations to recognised Trusts, societies, foundations, and agencies. Grants that assist any cultural, or any other purpose that is beneficial to the community or any section of it.

Our Impact

Making a Difference

Through our strategic partnerships, we reach communities across the length and breadth of Aotearoa New Zealand.

9

Partner Charities

100%

Nationwide Coverage

3

Core Focus Areas

6

Dedicated Trustees

Health Initiatives

Supporting organisations that provide critical health services, from heart health to respiratory care, ensuring all New Zealanders have access to essential medical support.

  • Order of St John
  • National Heart Foundation
  • Asthma & Respiratory Foundation

Poverty Alleviation

Addressing the root causes of poverty through housing support, disability services, and community welfare programmes that empower individuals and families.

  • CCS Disability Action
  • North Shore Housing Trust
  • Presbyterian Trustees

Welfare Assistance

Providing compassionate support through hospice care, specialist syndrome support, and flexible funding for urgent community needs across New Zealand.

  • North Shore Hospice Trust
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
  • Flexible Grant Fund
Governance

Our Trustees

Guided by dedicated individuals committed to serving our communities across New Zealand.

WF

Wendell Fletcher

Chairperson

P

Phil

Trustee

BW

Barbara Florence Wadams

Contact Person

BJ

Brian James Joyce

Trustee

PG

Peter Boyd Guise

Trustee

SN

Sharon June Norman

Trustee

Get in Touch

We'd Love to Hear From You

Whether you're a charity seeking funding, a community organisation, or simply want to learn more about our work, we'd be happy to connect with you.

Address

Apartment 301
8A Lake Pupuke Drive
Takapuna, Auckland 0622
New Zealand

Charity Registration

Registered Charity: CC45964
New Zealand Charities Services

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