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KiwiSaver government contributions 101: All you need to know

06/05/2025

If you're eligible, you could receive an extra boost to your KiwiSaver account annually. Each year could bring up to a maximum of $521.43 via the Government Contribution.

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Foundation's latest funding supports young Kiwis

Published 27/03/2025

This month, the Simplicity Foundation reached a major milestone, reaching over $10 million in total donations. With $475,500 distributed in latest funding round to a range of organisations supporting youth development, education, and environmental restoration across New Zealand.

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Donations to the Foundation reach $10M

Published 21/03/2025

The Simplicity Foundation hit a real milestone this month- reaching $10 million in donations! Since day one, 15% of our fees have gone to the Simplicity Foundation, helping them fund Kiwi charities that make a real difference.

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$600,000 donated this Christmas

Published 23/12/2024

The Simplicity Foundation has donated a record $600,000 to a range of amazing Kiwi charities providing food, shelter and support to New Zealanders in need this Christmas.

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Why giving back is good for business

Published 05/12/2024

In the world of finance, the pursuit of profit often takes centre stage. But when Simplicity was set up back in 2016, the founders wanted to do things a little differently. So how does our "15% of fees to charity"...

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The Foundation donates $688k in latest funding round

Published 14/10/2024

The Simplicity Foundation distributed a total of $688,000 in the September funding round, across a range of impactful initiatives. These donations focused on supporting environmental preservation, education, youth development, and social support.

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First Foundation gives talented young people a hand up

Published 23/08/2024

Many highly capable students are held back by their socioeconomic status. First Foundation is changing that by giving talented young Kiwis a hand up to attend university and reach their full potential.

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Foundation supports youth, community and marine restoration

Published 31/07/2024

In its latest round of giving, the Simplicity Foundation donated $355,000 to five charity partners working in youth and community development; and made a $100,000 donation under the environmental pillar to Revive our Gulf,…

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