
Support evidence-based change through the Donors' Circle
The Helen Clark Foundation Donors' Circle
The Donors' Circle brings together members and supporters who believe in a fairer, more sustainable New Zealand. Your regular annual or monthly gift helps the Helen Clark Foundation stay independent, future-focused, and bold in shaping policy ideas that matter. As part of the Circle, you'll be recognised for the impact you make and join a community committed to evidence-based solutions.
As a member of the Donors' Circle, you'll be:
The Foundation is grateful for the generous contributions of a wide range of individuals and organisations, including the following:
Amanda Ellis
Bruce & Alison Albiston
Cynthia Ward
Faith Austin
Globaltraid Limited
Helen Gaeta
Jeremy West
Lianne Dalziel
Martin and Tania Connelly
Michael Gerald Joyce
Prue Wilson
Richard Northey
Tim Clarke
Andi Shirtcliffe
Caitlin Peita
Dame Gillian Whitehead
Fionnghuala Cuncannon
Graeme Ting
J McKenzie MNZM
Jose L. Gay Cano
Linda Mary Tocker
Mele Wendt
Mike Smith
Rachel Donegan
Sylvia Nagl
Transplan New Zealand
Brendon Bullen
Carole Gordon MNZM
David Shand
Geoffrey Palmer
Graham Kelly
James Marshall
Laina Greene / Angels of Impact
Margaret Wilson
Michael Fredrickson
Paul and Natalie Hickson
Richard Frizzell
T Massam

Your support makes everything we do possible - from producing new research and policy ideas, to hosting our honorary fellows programme, to running public events and member-only webinars that bring people together for meaningful conversations about New Zealand’s future.
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