The Wellington City Mission

The Wellington City Mission Hei Whakamaru o Te Korowai o Te Panepane o Te Ika a Maui

Walking alongside Wellington for over 120 years. Empowerment. Transformation. Fullness of life.

The Wellington City Mission supports people doing life tough through transitional housing, food support via our Social Supermarket, and wrap-around community services. The Mission strives to help people and whānau in the Greater Wellington region find empowerment, transformation and fullness of life. Our services are open to anyone who needs help, delivered in a mana-enhancing way that supports di

gnity, empowerment, and positive change. If you, or if you know of someone who needs support with food call 0800 245 0900 or email [email protected]. Sign up to our quarterly e-newsletter:
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22/06/2026

☔💨Winter Mission Mahi: Talia, one of our Financial Mentors 💹💴

In this episode, we sit down with Talia to discuss how our budgeting support can help people navigate the challenges of winter.

She shares insight into the common issues people face during the winter months, and the effects these challenges have on those who are already struggling.

You can support services like our team of Financial Mentors through the link in our bio 👉 https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/winter-2026/

19/06/2026

You may have noticed our Winter Appeal ads popping up all over Wellington.

Next time you see one, give the QR code a scan and learn a bit more about donating and what we’re doing to support our community this winter. ❤️

18/06/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! 🎉

This week, we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who make so much of our work possible. Thank you for your time, compassion, and commitment to supporting our community.

Your impact reaches far beyond the hours you give. ❤️

If you've been thinking about volunteering, now is a great time to get involved. Learn more about joining our volunteer whānau - https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/support-our-work/work-or-volunteer-for-us/

For much of her life, Bindy experienced homelessness, addiction, time in prison, and the feeling that she didn't matter....
17/06/2026

For much of her life, Bindy experienced homelessness, addiction, time in prison, and the feeling that she didn't matter.

Today, she spends many of her days at Whakamaru, talking to others who face the same challenges, offering understanding, hope, and a reminder that change is possible.

Read Bindy's story 👉 https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/bindys-story/

15/06/2026

☔💨 Winter Mission Mahi: Selena at our Social Supermarket 🛒

In this episode, we take you inside the Social Supermarket. Providing dignified support to whānau facing food insecurity, this vital Mission service assisted 799 families and countless individuals during the winter months last year.

Selena, our Social Supermarket manager, shares insights into how the service operates and the welcoming environment that makes it a safe space for those in need.

You can support services like our Social Supermarket here - https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/winter-2026/

12/06/2026

Our Mission Stores are one of the many ways we raise funds to help support people across our community.

Whether you've donated quality items to stock our shelves or purchased something from one of our stores, you've helped make that support possible.

During winter, we see more people coming through our doors. Your support helps ensure we're there to meet that growing need.

Thank you for being part of the difference.❤️

11/06/2026

When you donate to the Wellington City Mission this winter, you’re doing more than giving money. You’re helping people access the support they need, when they need it most.

Whether it’s food and essentials through our Social Supermarket, a warm shower and clean clothes, helping people find and sustain housing, or connection to counselling or other vital services, your generosity makes these services possible.

Thank you. Your kindness is helping people across our community navigate challenging times and move towards a brighter future. ❤️

If you’d like to donate, or find out more about our winter appeal, visit www.wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/winter-2026

A new initiative from the Wild Game Recovery Trust means your $120 donation can help stock our Social Supermarket shelve...
10/06/2026

A new initiative from the Wild Game Recovery Trust means your $120 donation can help stock our Social Supermarket shelves with 200 nutritious venison meals for families in need.

How it works:

💵 Every $120 raised enables a wild deer to be ethically harvested by volunteer hunters

🥩 The meat is professionally processed

🛒 Venison is delivered to our Social Supermarket

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whānau can access nutritious food when they need it most

Donate today to help us provide healthy, high-quality venison to Whānau in our community.

Follow the link to learn more and make your contribution 👉 https://gamechanger.wgrt.org.nz/foodbank/FBWN06

08/06/2026

🎥 Introducing 'Winter Mission Mahi' ☔💨

This winter, we're taking you behind the scenes at the Wellington City Mission to meet the people behind various teams and support services.

In our first episode, we meet Sally, our Volunteers Manager. Sally shines a light on our amazing volunteers, who will be busy ensuring all our manuhiri can access warmth, kai, and support when they need it most this winter.

To support the mahi of people like Sally, you can donate to our winter appeal 👉 https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/winter-2026/

Many whānau across the community relied on our network of support services last winter. With the cost of living ever-inc...
05/06/2026

Many whānau across the community relied on our network of support services last winter.

With the cost of living ever-increasing, we expect demand to be even higher this winter.

If you are able, please consider donating to support our mahi as we work towards ensuring everyone receives the help they need during the colder months.❤️

How to donate 👉 https://wellingtoncitymission.org.nz/winter-2026/

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