ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation: Supporting Charities Through Staff-Led Payroll Giving

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026

The ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation provides grants to registered New Zealand charities through a staff-led payroll giving program. Grants support initiatives in financial literacy, economic independence, education, community development, and conservation of natural and historic resources, with funding up to $25,000 per project and a six-month implementation period.

Purpose and Objectives

The Foundation aims to support charities that:

• Promote financial literacy and economic empowerment

• Increase access to learning opportunities that prepare people for meaningful work

• Strengthen community cohesion and resilience

• Conserve New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage

The program leverages ANZ staff contributions, which are matched 2:1 by ANZ, to provide significant impact across communities.

Funding and Duration

• Maximum grant amount: $25,000 per round

• Implementation period: 6 months from award date

• Funding is available in February and August rounds

• Extensions may be considered only in exceptional circumstances

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a registered New Zealand charity

• Projects should align with the Foundation’s focus areas

• Charities must demonstrate capacity to implement projects within the grant period

Reporting and Accountability

• All funded organizations must submit an accountability report within six months

• Report must include:

  • Summary of expenditure

  • Supporting financial evidence (invoices, payroll records, bank statements)

• Failure to provide the report or proper documentation may result in return of grant funds

• Organizations may be asked to share project outcomes for ANZ communications and staff updates

• Unspent funds exceeding $300 must be returned

Conclusion

The ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation Grants empower registered charities to drive meaningful change in communities across New Zealand. By supporting financial literacy, education, community development, and conservation, the program ensures resources are effectively directed toward impactful initiatives. The staff-led and matched funding model amplifies the reach of donations, while clear reporting requirements ensure accountability and transparency. Organizations capable of delivering timely, well-managed projects have a valuable opportunity to enhance the well-being, skills, and resilience of communities nationwide.

For more information, visit ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation.