Find the latest news and updates from the Acorn Foundation here:
Acorn Foundation celebrates over $20M in distributions to the community
This achievement stems from the collective generosity of more than 700 local donors whose contributions have created a lasting legacy in the region.
2025 Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction Finalists Announced
Dazzling books that ‘address our moment’s most urgent concerns’
![Te Puke’s Guardian Angel, Joyce Wessel [1925 – 2023]](https://www.acornfoundation.org.nz/application/files/cache/thumbnails/fbe72e449fe2ff42f14a76f6ccf1f91a.jpg)
Te Puke’s Guardian Angel, Joyce Wessel [1925 – 2023]
A beloved Te Puke local celebrated for her contribution to keeping Te Puke safe.
We are Hiring
The Acorn Foundation is looking for a full-time Marketing and Communications expert to join our very busy team.
From Corporate Life to Community Impact
Acorn's Scholarships & Community Engagement Specialist, Jo Wilson shares her giving story.
Unlock your 33% tax credit – give and get your tax back
Not only is giving back to important causes hugely satisfying, but donors can also receive a 33.3% tax credit on all gifts made before 31 March.
Toi Whakaari student receives the 2024 Emerging Practitioner Award recipients
Actor Puka Moeau is this year’s recipient from Toi Whakaari. Unlike students at other universities who receive this award, students at Toi Whakaari are nominated by their peers, to best reward those…
Seven students have been awarded Owens Scholarships for 2024
Mahé shared his grandparents' belief that a good education is important. However, whilst academic ability is important, Bob and Joy Owens were particularly interested in applicants who desire to…
Ara Institute of Canterbury student has been selected as one of the 2024 Emerging Practitioner Award recipients
Singer, dancer, and actor Deanna Young is this year’s recipient from the Ara Institute of Canterbury. Deanna is a multi-talented future star in the performing arts, who has been destined for a future…