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Find out ways that you can help us support those who need it!
Volunteer Opportunities
Make a difference in the lives of burn survivors. Our volunteers provide vital support through event assistance, fundraising, and administrative help. Share your time and skills to help those on their journey to recovery.
Donations
Your generosity fuels our mission. Whether it’s a one-time gift or monthly contribution, every donation helps provide essential support services, educational resources, and community events for burn survivors and their families across New Zealand.
Sponsorship Programmes
Partner with us to create lasting impact. Our corporate sponsorship opportunities offer meaningful ways for businesses to support burn survivors while gaining visibility within our community. From event sponsorships to programme funding, we’ll tailor a partnership that aligns with your values and objectives.
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how your support is making a difference in the lives of burn survivors throughout
New Zealand.
Volunteer Opportunities
Make a Lasting Difference in the Lives of Burn Survivors: Volunteer Today!
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Do you have skills, time, or passion to make a tangible impact on the lives of burn survivors? This is your chance to be part of something truly special.
Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. By offering vital support through event assistance, fundraising, and administrative help, you will directly contribute to the recovery journeys of individuals whose lives have been affected by burns. Whether it’s assisting in planning events, raising funds for crucial recovery programs, or providing operational support behind the scenes, every action you take will help burn survivors rebuild their lives.
Make a difference in someone's recovery journey
At the Burn Support Group Charitable Trust, our volunteers are the heart of our
organisation. By giving your time and skills, you directly impact the lives of burn
survivors and their families throughout New Zealand.
Ways to volunteer
Event Support
Help organise and run our community events, camps, and workshops. From setting
up venues and assisting with activities to facilitating sessions that leverage your
unique area of expertise, your support ensures our events run smoothly and create
meaningful experiences for burn survivors.
Fundraising initiatives
Join our fundraising efforts to help plan and execute campaigns that generate vital
resources for our services. While we have a few well-established avenues for
fundraising, we are keen to hear your ideas. Your creativity and enthusiasm make a
difference.
Burn survivor peer support
If you’re a burn survivor yourself, consider becoming a peer support volunteer. Your
lived experience and insights can provide invaluable guidance and hope to others on
their recovery journey.
Volunteer requirements
- Commitment to our mission of supporting burn survivors
- Minimum age of 18 years (or 16+ with parental consent for certain roles)
- Ability to commit to required volunteer hours (for specific events)
- Completion of our volunteer training programme
- Police background check (required for work with vulnerable populations)
Next steps
1. Hit the button below
2. Attend an information session
3. Complete volunteer training
4. Begin making a difference!
When you receive a burn and if it is severe, Call 111
Immediately run it under water for at least 20 minutes. Seek medical care.
Donation Options
Every donation to the Burn Support Group Charitable Trust directly funds essential
services that help burn survivors and their families rebuild their lives. As a registered
charity ( CC48691), all donations over $5 are tax-deductible.
How your donation helps
- Provides personal care items for a burn survivor during hospital stay
- Funds transportation for a burn survivor to attend a support group meeting
- Helps a survivor to attend a public speaking group training session
- Helps a child attend our annual Burn Survivors Camp
- Supports a family with accommodation needs during a loved ones treatment
- Helps fund burn prevention awareness
Many employers match charitable donations. Check if your company participates in
matching gift programmes to double your impact.
You can make a meaningful contribution at any time by clicking the link below to donate to the Burns Support Group Charitable Trust’s Givealittle page.
If you would like to make a donation through to the Burns Support trust, you can make a direct deposit to [06 0233 0068794 00] or by credit card by calling 092700640
By including a bequest to the Burns Support Group Charitable Trust in your will, you can make a lasting impact on the lives of burn survivors for years to come.
Sponsorship Programmes
Partner with the Burn Support Group Charitable Trust to make a meaningful difference in the lives of burn survivors while showcasing your organisations commitment to community wellbeing.
- Partnership benefits
Demonstrate your companys social responsibility and commitment to community
wellbeing. - Increase brand visibility among our network of supporters, healthcare
professionals, and community members. - Engage your employees in meaningful community involvement.
- Receive recognition across our communications platforms.
- Create customised cause marketing opportunities
- Tax benefits for charitable contributions.
Stand with burn survivors and their families by sponsoring one of our inspiring annual events. Whether it’s a fundraising gala, awareness walk, family camp, or community outreach day, your support helps us raise vital funds and bring people together in hope and healing.
Sponsorship opportunities
Annual Camp for Kids (Camp Awhi): $5,000+
Support our flagship annual event that provides burn survivor kids with a safe,
supportive environment to build confidence and connections. Your sponsorship helps
fund accommodation, activities, and specialist support staff.
Support groups: $1,500+
Sponsor regional support groups that provide crucial peer support and professional guidance for burn survivors and their families.
Event sponsorship: Varies
Sponsor individual fundraising events, awareness campaigns, or educational
workshops throughout the year.
Custom partnerships
We welcome the opportunity to develop bespoke partnerships that align with your companys values and objectives. Our team will work with you to create a meaningful relationship that benefits both your organisation and the burn community.
Contact us at info@burns.org.nz to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
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