http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.kidsinneed.co.nz en-us Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:39:18 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/163656/autumn-update-2026/ Looking back on the first few months of 2026, we are so grateful for the incredible support that surrounds Kids in Need. Because of you, we’ve been able to continue showing up for tamariki and caregivers across our region - providing care packs, creating spaces for connection, and offering moments of relief during what can often be challenging times. Every pack delivered, every conversation held, and every opportunity created is a direct result of your generosity and belief in what we do.It’... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:32:33 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post163656 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/158348/summer-update-2025/ As we reflect on 2025, we are deeply grateful for your generosity, compassion, and belief in our mission that you have shown throughout the year. Because of you, we were able to serve more children, strengthen more families, and deepen our community connections.  Your support has shaped our most impactful year yet. ... Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:52:06 +1300 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post158348 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/152557/charity-begins-with-buying-a-home/ By Viv Posselt.The award-winning charity Kids in Need Waikato has announced plans for a new ownership structure to secure its future.It has launched The Legacy Project, a campaign aimed at moving from renting to purchasing its Cambridge base.The Fencourt Rd property housing Kids in Need Waikato is owned by the charity’s founders, Graeme and Linda Roil.  On it is their personal home plus various other buildings added to accommodate the charity’s growing needs. READ MORE HERE... Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:14:00 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post152557 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/152463/spring-update-2025/ Kia ora!There is a lot happening across Kids in Need with all of our different programmes, events, and day-to-day operations. So far this year, thanks to your generosity - 1,369 children have received personalised care packs put together by our wonderful team of staff and volunteers, each one helping a child feel supported and valued.I’ve been privileged to speak at 30 different events and meetings this year and have been blown away by the support shown at every one.  With your help,... Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:55:49 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post152463 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/152452/the-kin-chapel/ Alongside the other buildings at KIN HQ, we are fortunate to have a Chapel onsite. It provides a welcoming space for Board meetings, KIN gatherings, and wider community events, and is available for local groups to book.The Kids in Need Chapel has a rich history that began in 1938, when it was built as a private chapel for the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions in Ngaruawahia. After the convent closed, the Chapel was moved to St John’s College, where it served the school community fo... Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:08:46 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post152452 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/152450/from-braces-to-bravery--a-life-transformed/ In October 2021, Nicole, one of the brave young ladies we support began her braces journey thanks to the incredible generosity of donors. At the time, she had been through more than any young person should, and her smile was something she often hid away. We knew braces would be life-changing, but the cost was far beyond her caregiver’s reach.An amazing $5,000 donation got her started, with further gifts ensuring her treatment could continue. As Nicole's teeth slowly shifted, something even mor... Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:55:48 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post152450 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/147668/winter-2025-update/ Hi everyone,As we head into winter, I’m reflecting on just how much we’ve achieved together so far this year. By the end of May, we had put together 946 care packs for children in care - each one a reminder that there is love and support surrounding these children when they need it most.Over the past few months, I’ve had the privilege of speaking to 11 different groups sharing important updates and raising awareness about what we do. Kids in Need has also connected with 79 caregivers at 12... Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:03:25 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post147668 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/149945/volunteering-waikato-award/ Kids in Need attended the annual Volunteering Waikato Awards on June 18 2025. Congratulations to our amazing shed volunteers who won the Team Award, sponsored by Skycity. Our volunteers work tirelessly to sort donations, make care packs and ensure the children and caregivers we support have what they need.Linda and Janke accepted the award on behalf of our volunteers. ... Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post149945 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/144205/charities-benefit-from-festival/ By Viv Posselt. Three of Cambridge’s core charities have received $10,000 each from funds raised at last year’s Cambridge Rotary Garden Festival.Kids in Need Waikato, InterlockNZ Trust, and Cambridge Lifeskills received the funding boost.Representatives from each, as well as many of the homeowners whose gardens were included in the November 2024 festival, attended a Cambridge Rotary appreciation function held recently at the Lauriston Park homestead.READ MORE HERE... Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:18:30 +1200 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post144205 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/post/143271/autumn-2025-update/ Kia ora koutou,The year is already flying by, and with your support, we’ve put together 354 care packs for tamariki in care (as at February 28). Each pack represents a child who now has something of their own—something to bring comfort and joy.With the colder months approaching, we’re seeing an increasing need for warm clothing, blankets and jackets. The requests from agencies across the Waikato keep coming, and we’re working hard to make sure every child and caregiver who reac... Mon, 24 Mar 2025 14:29:41 +1300 http://www.kidsinneed.co.nz/blog/#post143271