Lighting Hope for Every Family

A Ray of Light Charitable Trust is committed to supporting essential social services, helping families overcome adversity and build a solid foundation for the future.

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Our Vision & Mission

We aim for a community where every individual and family has the ability to help themselves break out of poverty and get ahead in life.

Our Mission

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To promote and support organisations and programmes which provide social service based assistance to families of all diversities, regardless of ethnicity or belief[cite: 90].

Equality

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We support all families regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances, ensuring no one is left behind[cite: 90].

Empowerment

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We focus on helping individuals and families help themselves to break out of poverty and get ahead in life[cite: 92].

What We Do

We focus our resources on practical programs in the social services sector.

Financial Support

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Providing timely support and grants for families facing challenges or difficult times financially[cite: 93].

Violence Prevention

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Funding programs that help families to stop or avoid violence in the home and build safe living environments[cite: 94].

Sustainable Poverty Alleviation

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Supporting initiatives that help individuals equip themselves with skills to break the cycle of poverty[cite: 92].

Who We Serve

We are dedicated to supporting families and Whanau across New Zealand.

Become a part of A Ray of Light: You can join us by sponsoring or partnering on social projects. All contributions are transparently managed by Perpetual Trust Limited.

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Our Events

Connecting the community to create meaningful change.

Year 2024
Completed

Community Grant Program: Stepping into the Future

We have successfully completed the review and awarding of grants to 5 local organizations with outstanding initiatives in supporting families affected by financial hardship.

Dec 2025
Upcoming

Fundraising Gala: Light of the Festive Season 2025

Date: December 20, 2025 | Time: 18:00 - 21:30

Location: Auckland Conference Centre (Tentative)

A warm fundraising evening to support families in need for a complete Christmas and New Year. The event will feature sharing sessions from those who have overcome adversity.

Event Goals:

  • Fundraising: Raise funds for 200 households in need.
  • Connection: Connect donors with social service organizations.

Timeline:

  • 18:00: Welcome & Networking
  • 19:00: Opening Ceremony
  • 19:30: Dinner & Charity Auction
  • 21:00: Closing & Thank You