Graeme Dingle Foundation Far North (previously known as Whangaroa Kiwi Can Charitable Trust) delivers the Kiwi Can Programme to 11 schools in the North. We also deliver the Career Navigator Ngā Ara Whetū programme in 2 local high schools. This programme is a combined peer mentoring and work readiness programme. The charity’s aim is ‘empowering kids to overcome life's obstacles’. Our programmes help break the cycle of intergenerational poverty by increasing the physical and mental wellbeing of our young people – leading to higher aspirations and greater contribution to the economy of Aotearoa through future study and employment. The impact our programmes have on young people is that they become more confident and resilient to life’s challenges. Through our programmes these young people are fostering positive attitudes and setting goals to reach their full potential. As a result of a stronger youth population, our community benefits to the tune of nearly $8 for every $1 invested in our programmes, in the form of; reduced crime, young people getting better jobs, fewer young people becoming, dependent on benefits. We are sponsored by Moana NZ, Bidfood, Rothbury's and D & M Godfrey and receive grants assistance from Lotteries Commission, Northland Foundation and Community Organisation Grants. The Graeme Dingle Foundation is a leading organisation in youth development in NZ. Find out more about Kiwi Can and Ngā Ara Whetū at: www.dinglefoundation.org.nz
