New Zealand Open Charitable Trust

Our Purpose

The New Zealand Open Charitable Trust is driven by two core purposes:

• To support the local community that hosts the New Zealand Open, fostering stronger ties between the event and the region.

• To champion the game of golf, both regionally and across New Zealand, through initiatives that promote participation and development.

With initial seed funding provided by its founders, the New Zealand Open Charitable Trust is now focused on building sustainable annual contributions from players, partners, and attendees. These efforts will help grow an enduring endowment fund and enable the Trust to make meaningful charitable distributions year after year.

Our Focus Areas

The New Zealand Open Charitable Trust concentrates its support on initiatives that reflect the following themes:

• Environmental and Community Support: Backing projects in the host region that protect and enhance the physical environment and community wellbeing.

• Youth Participation & Wellbeing: Encouraging physical and mental health by creating opportunities for young people to get involved in golf.

• Disability Inclusion: Removing barriers, such as cost and access to equipment, for people with disabilities to enjoy and participate in golf.

• Education Advancement: Supporting educational initiatives that contribute to personal development and community enrichment.

Contact Us

The New Zealand Open Charitable Trust is dedicated to making a meaningful impact, both in the local communities that host the New Zealand Open and in the continued development of golf across the country.

Whether you’re interested in supporting our mission or seeking funding for a project aligned with our goals, we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like to:

• Make a donation or contribute your time or resources to help us grow our impact, or

• Apply for funding for an initiative that aligns with our purpose (see guidelines below),

Together, we can build a legacy that extends well beyond the tournament.