J R McKenzie Trust

04/06/2025

E te iwi, we’re looking for a bold, visionary leader.
The J R McKenzie Trust – 85 years young – is seeking a new Chief Executive to work alongside the Board and guide our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity and social justice.
Join a small, values-led family philanthropic working alongside and in service to communities.
For more info, please contact Carl and Jane at Niche Recruitment.

Chief Executive – JR McKenzie Trust Position Description Chief Executive (CE) Role OverviewThe Chief Executive (CE) leads the JR McKenzie Trust (JRMT) in realizing its vision of a socially just and inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand. This role aligns with the Trust’s strategy, legacy, and resources ...

22/05/2025

'Better work stories' - a super inspiring visit with some of our Trustees to Te Kahu Tiu - great aspirations and a superb vision for rangatahi in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

We were fortunate to host our awesome supporters from JR McKenzie Trust for a hui this week. We’re incredibly grateful to the McKenzie family and Trust team for their immense support of Te Kāhu Tiu over the past couple of years, in particular for generously funding our Program Manager’s salary, so that Jai can build the founding documentation for our kaupapa. A huge shout out to their CEO Robyn Scott, who is soon to retire. Robyn your support for and belief in Te Kāhu Tiu has been immensely appreciated and crucial in getting us closer to launching. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and wishing you well for your next chapter.

21/05/2025

Proud to be co funding -
Some pretty concerning results in the first survey of its kind in Aotearoa! Thanks at Shamubeel Equab and colleagues 👏

TTF is proud to have co-funded a significant research initiative led by The Helen Clark Foundation, examining social cohesion in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Authored by economists Shamubeel Eaqub and Rosie Collins, the report reveals that New Zealanders are currently experiencing lower levels of happiness, trust in government, and financial satisfaction than Australians, among other sobering insights.

While this survey reveals a growing division, it reinforces the need for New Zealand to address the underlying causes of social and economic issues. At the official launch of this report, Shamubeel Eaqub rightly emphasized: "We must start conversing with each other, instead of trying to convert."

Since the report's public release, The Helen Clark Foundation and NetsafeNZ, have been campaigning on how to improve social cohesion through small, actionable steps.

Read the report and find out more below:
https://helenclark.foundation/publications-and-medias/social-cohesion-in-new-zealand/

17/03/2025

📣3 more days left - time is running out to apply for the 2025 Tupu Accelerator!

Are you an ambitious Māori founder looking to scale your pakihi globally? You're invited to apply for the Tupu Accelerator, an intensive eight-week programme to transform your business from startup to an international venture.

Kia tupu ai ki angitū Transforming pakihi from grassroots to global Apply now! Tupu is a eight-week business accelerator that provides you with the tools, mentorship, and resources to grow. Huraina tō kurahuna Tupu is taking ten teams of founders on a journey to transform their pakihi from

12/12/2024

We just released our Year in Review FY23/24! In the report, we explore some of the themes of our latest Impact and Insights report (mihi to the Centre for Social Impact!) and show how the incredible mahi of ngā kaikōkiri is helping bring about a more socially just and inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand. Check it out now!

https://www.jrmckenzie.org.nz/reports/year-in-review-23-24

Financial Year 2023/24 The J R McKenzie Trust’s Year in Review for the 2023/24 Financial Year. Read PDF →

19/10/2024

MYD youth enterprise funds - take a look!