Serving kai, help and hope since 2010
Serving kai, help and hope since 2010
Serving kai, help and hope since 2010
Waka Of Caring is a Manurewa community hub offering support, compassion, and resources to those in need.
Waka Of Caring is a Manurewa community hub offering support, compassion, and resources to those in need.
Waka Of Caring is a Manurewa community hub offering support, compassion, and resources to those in need.
Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm
Our drop-in centre is open for all in need to access a hot meal, food parcel and clothing. No paperwork is needed - all that's needed is a smile.
About Us
"Waka Of Caring is at the heart of the community, run by people who care for others, who know the community well, who are inclusive and accepting without imposing conditions.”
Green Party Co-Leader, Marama Davidson
Our mission is to:
Meet the needs of our local Manurewa community
Raise awareness of the importance of supporting those less fortunate
Foster a sense of hope, and building a strong, inclusive community.
Our mission is to:
Meet the needs of our local Manurewa community
Raise awareness of the importance of supporting those less fortunate
Foster a sense of hope, and building a strong, inclusive community.
100%
Staffed By Volunteers
250+
Food Parcels Daily Handed Out
15+
Years Of Service
600+
Xmas Presents Gifted
500+
Winter Blankets Distributed
Wanted: New Manurewa Location
Our community and needs have outgrown the premises we're in. We're desperate to find a new premise before winter to relocate to. Can you help us?
Wanted: New Manurewa Location
Our community and needs have outgrown the premises we're in. We're desperate to find a new premise before winter to relocate to. Can you help us?
Access Community Support
Our Services
We’re a group of ordinary people committed to helping individuals meet their basic needs while fostering strong relationships within our community and beyond.
Access Community Support
Our Services
We’re a group of ordinary people committed to helping individuals meet their basic needs while fostering strong relationships within our community and beyond.
Access Community Support
Our Services
We’re a group of ordinary people committed to helping individuals meet their basic needs while fostering strong relationships within our community and beyond.
Get Involved
How To Support Us
Any offers of help are gratefully received and put to use in our community. Here's a few simple ways:
Donate
Donate food and goods
Clothes, toys, food and household goods are keenly accepted for our food bank and to pass on to our community via our Free Store. Simply drop it in, or if you're unable to reach us, please reach out to see what we can do.
Volunteer
Volunteer your time
Whether you have a one-off or many hours to spare, the centre would love to put it to use. Simply drop in during opening hours, or call us if you want to clarify beforehand.
Attend Event
Attend a fundraising event
On the last Saturday of every month at 1pm we do a hangi - all are welcome to join us. It costs $5 and you can eat with us, or pre-order to pickup and take away.
Koha
Deposit funds
Cash donations are welcomed and used to fund basic running costs of the organisation, such as rent and electricity. A tax deduction receipt can be provided. Waka Of Caring Charitable Trust, 38 9001 0718752 04.
Get Involved
How To Support Us
Any offers of help are gratefully received and put to use in our community. Here's a few simple ways:
Donate
Donate food and goods
Clothes, toys, food and household goods are keenly accepted for our food bank and to pass on to our community via our Free Store. Simply drop it in, or if you're unable to reach us, please reach out to see what we can do.
Volunteer
Volunteer your time
Whether you have a one-off or many hours to spare, the centre would love to put it to use. Simply drop in during opening hours, or call us if you want to clarify beforehand.
Attend Event
Attend a fundraising event
On the last Saturday of every month at 1pm we do a hangi - all are welcome to join us. It costs $5 and you can eat with us, or pre-order to pickup and take away.
Koha
Deposit funds
Cash donations are welcomed and used to fund basic running costs of the organisation, such as rent and electricity. A tax deduction receipt can be provided. Waka Of Caring Charitable Trust, 38 9001 0718752 04.
Get Involved
How To Support Us
Any offers of help are gratefully received and put to use in our community. Here's a few simple ways:
Donate
Donate food and goods
Clothes, toys, food and household goods are keenly accepted for our food bank and to pass on to our community via our Free Store. Simply drop it in, or if you're unable to reach us, please reach out to see what we can do.
Volunteer
Volunteer your time
Whether you have a one-off or many hours to spare, the centre would love to put it to use. Simply drop in during opening hours, or call us if you want to clarify beforehand.
Attend Event
Attend a fundraising event
On the last Saturday of every month at 1pm we do a hangi - all are welcome to join us. It costs $5 and you can eat with us, or pre-order to pickup and take away.
Koha
Deposit funds
Cash donations are welcomed and used to fund basic running costs of the organisation, such as rent and electricity. A tax deduction receipt can be provided. Waka Of Caring Charitable Trust, 38 9001 0718752 04.
Get In Touch Today
Get in touch today to access our community service or make a donation of goods or services. Fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch.
Get In Touch Today
Get in touch today to access our community service or make a donation of goods or services. Fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch.
Get In Touch Today
Get in touch today to access our community service or make a donation of goods or services. Fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch.