Communities and sponsorship
At Jarden, we are champions of New Zealand’s potential.
That’s why we partner with charities and community organisations that share our vision and align with our core values.
Organisations that encourage the pursuit of excellence and thought leadership, cultivate respect and strive for the best outcomes for the people they serve. Organisations that believe in New Zealand’s potential and support our people, our communities and our environment to become the best they can be. Organisations committed to making a difference - and an impact.
Surfing for Farmers
Surfing for Farmers is an initiative that is helping improve mental health and wellbeing in New Zealand rural communities.
The learn-to-surf programme provides an opportunity for farmers to step away from what can be an all-consuming business, get some fresh air, exercise and interact with other farmers, rural families and industry professionals.
Surf sessions are now running in 16 different locations across New Zealand for approximately 13 weeks, starting in December through to late March.
To learn more, or sign up click here.
CatWalk - Spinal Cord Injury Research Trust
Imagine a world free of paralysis caused by spinal cord injury.
The CatWalk Spinal Cord Injury Trust funds research that aims to fix paralysis following spinal cord injury. CatWalk is dedicated to supporting world-class research and innovation. Our goal is simple, to get people out of wheelchairs and back onto their feet.
Their key objectives are:
- Supporting the scientific opinion that a cure for SCI can be found.
- Promote and generate funding for research into a cure for paralysis
- Identify and assist in medical research and development into techniques designed for the regeneration of the effects of spinal cord injuries
- Provide targeted assistance to organisations working on projects that promote the purpose of the Trust
Malaghan Institute of Medical Research
The Malaghan Institute is New Zealand’s world-class independent biomedical research institute with a focus on breakthrough discoveries in immunology and immunotherapy.
Their cutting-edge research and clinical trials are advancing understanding of the immune system and its relationship to human health.
The key areas of research and discovery are:
- Cancer
- Infectious disease
- Allergic & Inflammatory disease
- Immune health
More than 140 researchers and support staff work at the Malaghan Institute, deepening understanding of how to use the immune system to fight disease.
Save the Kiwi
From endangered to everywhere.
Kiwis are our national icon and entwined with our identity as New Zealanders – here and around the world we are proud to be known as kiwis. However, kiwi are in trouble. From millions a few hundred years ago now an estimated 70,000 remain.
The vision for Save the Kiwi (previously Kiwis for kiwi) is to see kiwi go from endangered to everywhere. They work with community-led kiwi conservation groups, iwi, DOC, landowners, businesses and Kiwis across the country to increase kiwi populations by 2% per year.
* Photo John Parker
Our Regional Partnerships
Papamoa Surf Life Saving Club
PSLSC's mission is to prevent drowning and injury on Pāpāmoa Beach. Delivering excellence in lifeguarding, surf sport and leadership programmes through strong membership and community engagement.
Christchurch Art Gallery Foundation
Christchurch Art Gallery Foundation supports the development of the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū collection and community engagement. The Foundation believes in the ongoing growth and shaping of the future of Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra is New Zealand’s full-time professional Metropolitan orchestra, serving the country’s largest and most vibrant city with a comprehensive programme of concerts and education and outreach activities.
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra
Recognised nationally, and celebrated locally, for the depth of its work, the CSO believes that music can enrich lives in different ways and aims to share these experiences with as many people as possible through providing a wide range of ways in which our audiences can discover, encounter and enjoy great musical experiences.
Angel Association New Zealand
Angel Association New Zealand is the champion for early stage investment. They aim to increase the quantity, quality and success of angel investment in New Zealand in doing so create a greater pool of capitial for innovative startup companies.
Hawkes Bay Art Festival
Nurturing Hawke's Bay reputation as a vibrant and exciting place to live and visit, through celebrating common connections and cultural diversity, and fostering opportunity for local artists to showcase and extend their talents alongside national and international acts.
The Suter Art Gallery
The Suter Art Gallery is one of the oldest galleries in New Zealand, with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century, when it was founded in memory of the second bishop of Nelson.
Impact100 Wakatipu
Impact100 Wakatipu supports innovative and meaningful projects in the local community. Through annual donations, their goal is to give incremental $100,000 grants each year to non-profit organisations serving the Wakatipu Basin.