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De La Salle College
Mangere East, Auckland
De La Salle College is a Catholic secondary school for boys. Founded in 1953 by the De La Salle Brothers, it operates under the principles of the Lasallian tradition, emphasising faith, service, and community. The school caters primarily to students of Pasifika and Māori heritage, promoting a culturally inclusive environment. Seven Oaks Foundation provides annual funds for scholarships and the robotics department and lab.
Hawke’s Bay Foundation
Hawke’s Bay
The Hawke’s Bay Foundation is a community trust established in 2012 to support charitable initiatives within the Hawke’s Bay region of New Zealand. Its mission is to foster long-term philanthropy by managing endowments and distributing funds to local grassroots organisations. The foundation pools donations to maximise impact and ensures that contributions remain within the community. Their grants focus on building self-sufficiency in recipient organisations.
Hawke’s Bay Rowing
Hawke’s Bay
One of New Zealand’s most prominent rowing institutions, The Hawke’s Bay Rowing Club was founded in 1876. It operates as a volunteer-run organisation, with a strong emphasis on community involvement and athlete development. The club is known for its commitment to fostering excellence through both competitive and recreational rowing programmes.
Kura Kai
Kura Kai is a national foundation that focuses on alleviating food insecurity among secondary school students and their families. Founded by Makaia Carr, the organisation operates on the principle of manaakitanga (hospitality and care for others) with the motto “whānau cooking for whānau.” They provide chest freezers stocked with home-cooked, nutritious meals to high schools, which then distribute the meals to students and their families in need. Since its inception in 2020, Kura Kai has expanded to support more than 40 schools. Seven Oaks Foundation provides funds for grocery vouchers and take-home meal trays.
Sacred Heart College
Napier
Sacred Heart College is a Catholic girls’ secondary school founded in 1867 by the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions. The school emphasises academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development. It integrates Catholic values into its curriculum and co-curricular activities, fostering a supportive and inclusive community. Sacred Heart College is known for its strong academic performance, vibrant arts programmes, and active participation in sports and cultural events. The school also emphasises leadership, service, and social responsibility. Seven Oaks Foundation has consistently provided funds for scholarships, student athlete fees, and bus routes from rural communities, and also helped fund the athletic fields.
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The Seven Oaks Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant requests.
