Sustainability Trust ($40,000)

For the expansion of both the Warm Fuzzies and Curtain Bank services.

The Curtain Bank gives out hundreds of pairs of lined curtains to low income families each year. Having windows snugly fitted with lined curtains makes a big difference to the warmth of homes through the colder months. Curtains are simply not affordable for many families, so this is an invaluable service for many people.

Warm Fuzzies is a referral only programme that works closely with families to improve poor health that has resulted from poor housing. Many homes throughout the Wellington region are cold, damp and mouldy and this programme empowers people with the knowledge and skills to address many of these housing issues, even while on a very low budget.

Wesley Community Action ($40,000)

Towards the Mana Wahine Coordinator (Kaimahi) position in the Mana Whānau programme.

Wesley Community Action is a community development/social service organisation under the umbrella of the Methodist Church. It works with individuals, families and communities who are experiencing social exclusion as a result of inequalities, to support them to develop sustainable improvements in their lives.

The Kaimahi work with predominantly Māori women in the South Wellington community (Strathmore and Newtown). The women include young mums, teen mums and pregnant mums. However the nature of this community means that other women are also involved in raising children.

Women of Worth ($40,000)

Towards the development of the ‘Move-Up – Small Steps to Significant Change’ programme to specifically address the needs of vulnerable mothers and their children.

Women of Worth’s vision is: ‘Women living their full worth’. When women discover their unique potential and purpose, and begin fully living their intrinsic worth, this has a positive impact on their families, which can benefit vulnerable children and be the basis for generational change.