New Zealand Projects
Our local initiatives in Aotearoa focus on building resilient communities, supporting ethical enterprise, fostering inclusive faith spaces, and addressing local housing and donor connectivity.
New Projects
Launched 2025
Just Good Coffee
An ethical evaluation platform rating roasters on sourcing, transparency, and sustainability. Featuring New Zealand coffee roasters, we are currently expanding to include Australian and UK roasters.
The Open Table NZ
Hosting gatherings with guest speakers and workshops across New Zealand for those drawn to a generous, inclusive Christian faith. Following our inaugural 2026 Auckland gathering, we are planning our May 2027 Auckland event alongside regional gatherings.
Strategic International Donors Network
Connecting high-impact New Zealand donors with global evidence-based initiatives for collaborative learning and strategic international giving.
Ethical Transparency Alliance
Advocating for ethical transparency in retail supply chains and partnering with standards bodies to empower consumers to make informed choices.
Ongoing Projects
Social Housing
Purchased an Auckland property dedicated to social housing, leased via Bays Community Housing Trust at discounted rates to provide safe, dignified homes.
The Ethical Christmas Market
Hosted annually in Devonport since 2017, showcasing 100% ethically sourced, fairtrade, and sustainable products while supporting local micro-vendors.
Supporting NZ Charities & Partners
Providing financial support to NZ non-profits including Hagar NZ, Bright Hope World, World Vision, Tearfund, UNICEF, and The Fred Hollows Foundation.
Effective Altruism NZ
Promoting evidence-based giving, rigorous research, and strategic reasoning to maximize the positive impact of charitable efforts across Aotearoa.
Past Projects
A look back at earlier community initiatives championed by Better World Initiative across Aotearoa.
Unicycles in Schools
Loaning unicycles to NZ schools for over a decade to build student balance, resilience, and self-esteem.
Te Reo M?ori Resources
Providing free M?ori immersion school games and learning resources for tamariki in 2012.
Youth Education Support
Alternative education support and gear funding for at-risk youth across the Auckland region.