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Turn Your Support Into Action

Fundraising is a powerful way to help Deaf and hard of hearing people stay connected, supported, and included across Aotearoa.

Whether you're taking part in a community event, organising your own challenge, hosting a workplace activity, or setting up payroll giving, every effort helps strengthen programmes that promote hearing health, accessibility, and inclusion.

Explore the options below and find the fundraising approach that works for you, your team, or your community.

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Host a fundraising event on behalf of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Foundation

Sign for Change

Learn 30 NZSL signs in 30 days this August using NZSL avatar technology, and help support more accessible and inclusive communication for Deaf and hard of hearing people.

Fundraise your way

Create your own fundraising page or host an event to support Deaf and hard of hearing Kiwis. From morning teas to personal challenges, every idea can help create connection.

Workplace fundraising

Bring your team together for a cause that matters. Host a workplace fundraiser, take on a challenge, or support inclusion for Deaf and hard of hearing people across Aotearoa.

Fundraise in memory

Honour someone special by raising funds in their memory. Your tribute can help create a lasting legacy of care, inclusion and connection for others.

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Workplace Giving

Workplace giving allows employees to donate regularly through payroll, creating steady support for programmes that promote accessibility. Even small contributions can help expand initiatives across Aotearoa.

Start workplace giving

 

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Auckland Marathon

Run for inclusion with us at the Auckland Marathon to support Deaf and hard of hearing communities across Aotearoa. Support our team during the event or join us this year and make your run count.

Join the team this year

Round the Bays

Each year, supporters join the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Foundation team at Round the Bays to raise awareness and funds for programmes that support Deaf and hard of hearing communities across Aotearoa.

Round the Bays 2026

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Silent Morning Tea

Host a Silent Morning Tea with your workplace, school, or community group and spend a few minutes communicating without sound to raise awareness of the everyday barriers faced by Deaf people.

Host a silent morning tea

Other Ways to Support

If you’d prefer to support our work through a direct contribution:

Make a one-off donation

If you'd like to make an ongoing impact through regular giving:

Become a regular donor

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