Support Ako Mātātupu

Not all young people in Aotearoa New Zealand have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through the generosity of charitable trusts and foundations, individuals and businesses, Ako Mātātupu is actively working to change this by growing exceptional teachers and leaders.

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With you, real change can happen. Donate now and help us achieve our vision. 

Ako Mātātupu Teach First NZ Trust is a registered charity. All donations over $5 are tax deductible.

Support Ako Mātātupu

Not all young people in Aotearoa New Zealand have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through the generosity of charitable trusts and foundations, individuals and businesses, Ako Mātātupu is actively working to change this by growing exceptional teachers and leaders.

Our Impact

50,000+

Young People Reached

460+

Teachers Recruited

88%

Graduation Rate

51%

Stem Subject

Why We Need Your Help:

Addressing Inequities

Ako Mātātupu tackles educational disparities in Aotearoa. Our innovative programmes create equitable opportunities, ensuring all students access high-quality education and reach their full potential.

Recruiting and Training Great Teachers

Ako Mātātupu recruits and trains skilled and passionate individuals who are dedicated to improving educational outcomes for all students.

Growing Leaders

Ako Mātātupu cultivates the next generation of educational leaders and change-makers. Through structured training and personalised development, our participants make profound impacts in schools and beyond.

Holistic Support

Ako Mātātupu provides comprehensive, wraparound support to our participants, including mentorship, counseling, and professional development. This ensures our teachers thrive personally and professionally.

Driving Systemic Change

Our mission is to drive systemic change in education. We support teachers to become agents of transformation, influencing policy and decisions that shape the future.

Partnering with Communities In Need

Ako Mātātupu works hand-in-hand with communities across Aotearoa, focusing on areas where educational inequities are most pronounced.

Donation Options.

With you, real change can happen. Donate now and help us achieve our vision. Our  key funders cover only a portion of our budget. Your donation, no matter the size, will play a crucial role in securing our long-term sustainability and growth.

Major Gifts or Partnerships

Contribute through a significant donation or corporate partnership, enabling long-term sustainability and large-scale impact. Please fill out and submit the form and we will be in touch! 

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Ako Mātātupu Teach First New Zealand Trust is a registered charity. All donations over $5 are tax deductible.

Inspiring Stories Of Impact And Success

Your donation directly supports the development of exceptional teachers and leaders who serve in the most underserved communities across Aotearoa. From funding teacher training and mentorship to providing resources for student success and community impact, every dollar helps create meaningful, lasting change in education and beyond.

Get In Touch

Interested in supporting Ako Mātātupu? Please fill out our contact form and one of our team members will be in touch.

 

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Other ways To Help

You can support Ako Mātātupu by volunteering, advocating for our cause, or partnering with us. Whether through fundraising, spreading the word, or offering expertise, every effort helps create a fairer education system for all young people in Aotearoa.

Round the Bays

Support Ako Mātātupu by participating in the upcoming round the Bays fundraiser.

Whether you walk, jog, or run, your involvement helps drive educational equity in Aotearoa. Rally your friends, whānau, or colleagues and make a difference together.

Learn more here

Legacy Giving

Leaving a bequest to Ako Mātātupu is one of the most significant gifts you can make.

You are leaving a lasting legacy to help grow promising leaders that will make a real difference in the community and lives of our rangatahi, ensuring that our services are available for years to come.

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Peer to Peer Fundraising

If you would like to fundraise for Ako Mātātupu, we’d love to hear from you and cheer you on.

You could participate in a sporting event, organise a quiz night or host an event. The world of fundraising possibilities are endless!

 

Learn more here

Volunteer

If you would like to volunteer and support our mission to drive educational equity, please click the link below to learn more and get involved.

Your time and skills can make a lasting impact!



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Not For Profit Partners & Funders

Your Support Can Make a Difference

Your donation helps equip future leaders and empowers young people in Aotearoa to reach their full potential, creating lasting change in communities.