Outdoor Education Programs
Ngā momo mātauranga taiao.
Agriculture Training
Te ara ki te ihuoneone
Survival Skills
Kia whakakī i te kete oranga
Conservation Projects
Toitū te taiao
Who we are...
Ko wai mātou...
Ngā Mātārae Anamata Charitable Trust empowers at risk youth through hands on nature experiences. Our programs in outdoor education, sustainable agriculture, and conservation foster resilience, self-reliance, and environmental stewardship. Committed to nurturing confident, purposeful individuals who positively impact their communities.
Empowering Youth, Connecting with Nature, and Building Community
Empowering Youth:Providing skills and confidence to help youth overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
Nature Connection:Fostering a deep appreciation and respect for the environment through immersive experiences.
Community Building:Promoting a sense of belonging and responsibility through community engagement and support.
Get Involved in Our Mission
Hei Taituaratanga ki te Kaupapa.
There are multiple ways to support Ngā Mātārae Anamata Charitable Trust. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer, or participate in our programs, your involvement plays a crucial role in our success. Together, we can create a brighter future for our youth.
Donate
Your generosity helps us provide life-changing experiences and opportunities for youth in need.
Sponsor a Youth
Make a direct impact by sponsoring a youth to participate in our transformative programs.
Corporate Sponsorship
Partner with us to support specific programs or events that empower and inspire our youth community.
Volunteer Opportunities
Join our dedicated team and make a significant difference in the lives of at-risk youth.
Discover Our Reach Across New Zealand
Te Whānuitanga o ngā akoranga.
From the coast of Tauranga Moana to the shores of Hicks Bay on the East Coast, our programs reach across New Zealand, guiding and inspiring at risk youth through hands on experiences in nature.
Our Supporters
Ō Tātou Kaiamoamo
Discover the organisations and businesses that support Ngā Mātārae Anamata Charitable Trust. Our supporters, we work to empower at risk youth and foster a sustainable future for our communities.
What our supporters say
Hei tā te puna tautoko
They can successfully navigate towards their personal, hapū, iwi, and community goals. I advocate for this kaupapa and know that “Ultimately, it’s all about unlocking their true potential and abilities of the rangatahi
Dr Ruahuihui (Birney) Ahomiro-Robinson
What resonates deeply is the commitment to values like Whanaungatanga (kinship), Kaitiakitanga (guardianship), and Manaakitanga (hospitality). These principles mirror Kai Aroha’a approach to empowering communities, building relationships, and supporting sustainable growth.
Tania Lewis-Rickard
Kai Aroaha
A journey of purpose equipping our Rangatahi and their whānau with an understanding of kaitiakitanga of taonga, whakapapa and the kōrero regarding te mahi taiao.
Hei whakamana i a tātou nei mahi kaitiaki
Des Heke Kaiawha
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