Join our waka: Invest in social impact
At the Graeme Dingle Foundation, we believe that positive change begins with collaboration. By partnering with us, your business enables us to reach and empower more young people, making an investment that will have a lasting impact on the community and the environment while engaging your staff and enhancing your profile.
In this small and beautiful country with so many caring people we can make a positive impact on the lives of our young people, the future and economy of this country. Community, Business and Government all have their part to play and working together is crucial.
Sir Graeme Dingle KNZM, MBE & Jo-anne Wilkinson, Lady Dingle CNZM, LLB
Co-founders of the Graeme Dingle Foundation
Why Partner with Us? Proven Programmes, Tangible Impact
When you choose to partner with us, you’re investing in evidence-based programmes that have a profound impact on young lives. Our impressive social return on investment (SROI) means every $1 invested delivers a $10.50 return to society and the economy.
We provide you:
- Continuous Improvement: Our research and evaluation team ensures that our initiatives evolve and stay impactful and effective.
- Collaborative Partnership: Our teams work closely with you to create and deliver a partnership that aligns with your goals.
- Transparent Communication: Expect robust reporting and clear communication throughout our partnership.
“At Bidfood, we are extremely proud of our 15-year association with the Graeme Dingle Foundation. We have seen how the Foundation brings joy to children, provides support and direction to those in need, and equips young people to face the challenges of adulthood. The passion and professionalism of the Graeme Dingle Foundation team make them a pleasure and a privilege to work alongside, and we look forward to many more years together!”
Phil Struckmann, CEO, Bidfood
Together, let’s make Aotearoa the best place in the world to be young.
To explore partnership opportunities tailored to your organisation’s values and goals contact our Business Engagement Manager through the details below.
Harry Silver, Business Engagement Manager
Harry.Silver@dinglefoundation.org.nz
+64 272465332
Or complete this form to view our Corporate Profile.
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Our ideal partners
We seek partners who:
- Share our values and believe in our vision to make Aotearoa the best place in the world to be young.
- Embrace a long-term vision for a prosperous nation, recognising youth investment as vital for sustainable communities and the environment.
- Demonstrate a deep commitment to their local communities and a desire to engage their staff in meaningful causes.
Partner Benefits
We offer partnership opportunities at regional and national levels to suit your needs they include a range of benefits. By partnering with us you can:
- Increase staff engagement, motivation and morale
- Upskill your staff with professional development
- Positive brand association and enhanced reputation
- Improve sales by driving positive brand awareness and customer loyalty
Strategic Alignment
As a leading Positive Youth Development organisation in Aotearoa, supporting the Graeme Dingle Foundation aligns with your company’s vision, mission, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. If supporting young people, improving communities and the environmental are part of your strategy, our proven 30-year track record and measurable impact make us a reliable choice for meaningful collaboration.
Community
Our innovative approach drives community impact. Licensed Community Partners deliver our programmes which are deeply connected to local schools and communities. Across 130 schools, in 11 regions transforming over 27,000 young lives annually.
Sustainability
Investing in youth is one of the most effective and important ways to foster long-term sustainability of the natural environment. Our programmes empower youth with values of sustainability, kaitiakitanga (guardianship), and citizenship. Through our community projects, they learn to positively contribute to their local communities and environment, becoming agents of change for a sustainable future.