LATEST NEWS
CANCER SOCIETY NURSES GET HELPING HAND
2010-08-10
The Cancer Society Auckland wishes to acknowledge The Lion Foundation for their very valuable grant of $450,000 in support of the Liaison Nursing Service.
ONEWHERO RURAL FIRE FORCE TRAINING FACILITIES RECEIVE LION FOUNDATION SUPPORT
2010-04-20
The Onewhero Volunteer Rural Fire Force is growing alongside the local population, and with that comes a need to upsize training facilities for its increasing number of volunteers – thanks to a grant from The Lion Foundation, these training facilities are now on track to be completed.
LAND SEARCH AND RESCUE GETS BOOST FROM THE LION FOUNDATION
2010-03-30
More than 300 New Zealanders were rescued in the last year from caves, cliffs, river corridors and other outdoor areas, thanks to New Zealand Land Search and Rescue (LandSAR). The Lion Foundation is helping continue this vital service by issuing a grant for valuable volunteer equipment.
LION FOUNDATION GRANT DELIVERS NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS FOR BLUFF
2010-02-10
Locals and tourists alike will soon be enjoying 10 kilometres of new mountain bike trails at Bluff Hill in Southland, with the construction of the new trails helped by a recent grant from The Lion Foundation.
The Lion Foundation has recently been recognised for reaching a significant milestone – a total of $5 million donated to Kidz First Children’s Hospital and other major South Auckland Health Foundation initiatives over the last five years.
KIWI YOUTH HIT WATER THANKS TO LION FOUNDATION
2010-01-29
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Youth Training Programme has received a much needed boost thanks to The Lion Foundation.
A recent grant from The Lion Foundation for $200,000 has assisted the organisation with the purchase of a replacement fleet of ten Elliott 7 metre yachts for its youth training programme.
LION FOUNDATION GRANT BOOST PUTS MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION ON THE ROAD
2010-01-29
Thanks to a $24,000 grant from The Lion Foundation, the Wellington branch of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) has purchased a vehicle enabling them to travel further afield to support people suffering from neuromuscular disease.
RESCUE BABY ON HER WAY HOME
2010-01-12
Seven weeks after her birth onboard the Lion Foundation Eastland Rescue Helicopter, baby Rererangi Reuben-Poi has been given the all-clear to go home to Hicks Bay.
The now five-pound, seven-ounce little girl earned her name Rererangi – Maori for flying in the sky – after she arrived two months premature on a rescue helicopter flight from Hicks Bay to Gisborne Hospital.
Jonny Gritt joins The Lion Foundation in the key role of Grants & Marketing GM
2009-12-23
The Lion Foundation is delighted and honoured to announce that Jonny Gritt will be joining the organisation in the key role of Grants & Marketing GM.
The Lion Foundation celebrates $500 million milestone with volunteer fire brigade
2009-12-15
The Lion Foundation has recently achieved a major milestone – our combined funding to community groups, since our inception over 24 years ago, has passed the $500 million mark.
Plunket gets helping hand to keep Kiwi families strong
2009-12-14
New Zealand families have better access to support at Plunket Family Centres through a recent national grant from The Lion Foundation.
Seven Plunket areas – Auckland, Canterbury, Counties Manukau, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatu/Wanganui, and Northland - shared in the $500,000 grant which went towards helping improve services in Family Centres around the country.
Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme students win on world stage
2009-12-14
Exporting carpets to Egypt may seem a challenging business proposition to some, but for two New Zealand students it delivered a prestigious international title and $4000 US dollars in prize money.
Northcote Tavern celebrates 20 years
2009-12-13
The Northcote Tavern on Auckland’s North Shore is celebrating an outstanding achievement – venue operators Billy and Kim Milne been in the Tavern for over 20 years.
Surf Life Saving Taranaki hits the road
2009-12-01
Surf Life Saving (SLS) in Taranaki has received a boost with a new vehicle funded by The Lion Foundation.
Our recent $20,000 grant has enabled SLS Taranaki to purchase a vehicle to help transport resources for its Beach Education programme, which over 3,500 local children participate in annually.
The Lion Foundation and Perry Foundation to merge
2009-11-16
Increased funding for New Zealand's community groups will result from the merger of two of the country's leading charitable trusts - The Lion Foundation and Perry Foundation.
The Lion Foundation rejects Department of Internal Affairs' claims
2009-11-10
The Lion Foundation rejects the Department of Internal Affairs' claims of involvement in any "scheme" associated with the funding of four Northern Harness Racing Clubs.
The Lion Foundation supports Northland sports club upgrade
2009-10-20Eastern United Rugby & Sports Club's mission is to provide a fun, safe and social sporting atmosphere for its members and the community - and a recent grant from The Lion Foundation is helping with this aim.
Gisborne's Active Mokopuna Programme gets boost from The Lion Foundation
2009-10-01Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti's Active Mokopuna Programme will continue to help with fundamental skill development and healthy eating practices of pre-school children thanks to the support of The Lion Foundation.
Whakatane Rowing Club to enjoy new resources
2009-09-14
Whakatane Rowing Club is looking forward to a special summer with a new boatshed and equipment valued at $45,000 – thanks to The Lion Foundation.
Kawerau WoodFest 2009
2009-09-14WoodFest 2009 is set to be a huge hit when it takes place in Kawerau on 11 to 13 September 2009, with the National Woodskills Competition one of the event’s highlights.
Mangere Bridge Playcentre receives upgrade with Lion Foundation support
2009-09-11Mangere Bridge Playcentre will continue to provide a safe, nurturing and fun environment for its community of families thanks to the support of The Lion Foundation.
Edgecumbe College students receive sporting boost
2009-08-31Equipment, uniforms and transport are important, yet costly, elements of sports participation – however a recent Lion Foundation grant means Edgecumbe College can continue to provide its students with plenty of opportunities to enjoy sport.
Selmes Garden Trust team to continue to do what they love
2009-08-03
A lifeline from The Lion Foundation has enabled Blenheim’s Selmes Garden Trust to continue to provide full time employment for up to a dozen disabled people.
