Media Release

Project K North Shore was just one of 75 local Auckland charities to benefit from United Way NZ funding at last week’s annual cheque presentation ceremony.

A total of $230,000 was handed out at the function, which was hosted by Auckland City Mayor Dick Hubbard and held at the Auckland Town Hall on Wednesday. Local charities, United Way NZ volunteers, Auckland City councillors and the business community were also present.

CEO for United Way NZ, Don Oliver said that he wanted to thank the volunteers for ensuring that the donations are being distributed to groups who provide essential human care in the Auckland area.

“The support shown by the business community through payroll giving and corporate partnerships really cements United Way NZ’s role as New Zealand’s local charity,” he added.

UWNZ provides funding for small to medium human welfare charities throughout New Zealand and cheque presentation ceremonies will be held in nine other regions throughout New Zealand during July.

For more information on contributing to your local community, visit the United Way NZ website: www.unitedway.org.nz