Charity contributions
You can donate the value of unused Chuffed Gifts to charities,
so they never go to waste!
Sometimes life gets too busy, and your gift recipient may run out of time to use their Chuffed Gift. If that happens, they now have the option to donate the value of the gift to a local charity. Chuffed Gifts support five New Zealand charities, so by donating the value of the gift to one of our preferred charities, you can be assured that your gift will always make a difference.
Hillary Outdoors
Donate to Hillary Outdoors for youth outdoor education. Your contribution enables growth, connection, and adventure. They believe in equal opportunities for all youth, regardless of finances or abilities. Donations help fund schools, especially those supporting Māori youth, rainbow communities, those with disabilities, ethnic backgrounds, migrants, and young women.
Big Buddy New Zealand
Big Buddy pairs fatherless boys with community volunteers to foster confidence and resilience. Mentors spend regular time with boys aged 7-14, serving as positive role models. Alex Howard, co-founder of Chuffed Gifts, has personally benefited from this program and understands its transformative impact. Their support reflects firsthand pride in backing Big Buddy.
Bellyful
Bellyful volunteers cook and deliver free meals to families with babies or young children facing challenges such as new arrivals, serious illness, or unexpected events. Operating in over 25 communities across New Zealand, Bellyful provides support when other networks like friends, family, or church are unavailable.
Good Neighbour
Good Neighbour, a Bay of Plenty charity, provides practical community support by alleviating daily burdens. They rescue unsold food and distribute it to over 70 organizations supporting families in need. They also collect and distribute firewood, engage in neighborhood projects, and operate community vegetable gardens to ensure access to fresh vegetables for those in need.
Make a Wish
Make a Wish New Zealand grants customized, life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses. These wishes bring hope, strength, and joy, helping them cope with their illness. Each wish is designed to fulfill the child’s imagination, creating extraordinary experiences. From meeting sports teams to unique activities like cooking with a chef or creating wheelchair-accessible aviaries, all wishes are made possible through donations.
