We are proud to launch two new philanthropy funds designed to help more people access the benefits of gymnastics and support athletes on their journey to the world stage.

Established in partnership with the Auckland Foundation, the Gymnastics NZ Community Fund and Athlete Support Fund provide a new way for individuals, families, businesses, and supporters to invest in the future of gymnastics in Aotearoa.

Together, the funds are focused on removing barriers, creating opportunities, and ensuring more people can experience the positive impact of gymnastics.

Helping More Young People Get Started

Gymnastics is a core foundation sport, whether it is your first sport or your forever sport. It helps develop the movement skills, confidence, and resilience that set young people up for life.

The Community Fund is focused on helping more young people access those benefits by reducing barriers to participation and supporting opportunities in communities across New Zealand. The fund will help open the door to gymnastics for young people who may not otherwise have the opportunity to take part, creating opportunities to get started and experience the benefits of the sport.

Backing Potential Through the Athlete Support Fund

Behind every athlete is a story of commitment, perseverance, and hard work.

For many, the costs associated with coaching, training camps, qualifying events, and international competition can be significant. The Athlete Support Fund has been established to help talented athletes access the opportunities they need to develop, compete, and represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The fund will help athletes access international competition opportunities, high-performance coaching and training environments, and the support they need to reach their potential on the world stage.

“As an athlete, representing New Zealand internationally is an incredible privilege, but it also comes with significant financial costs. The Athlete Support Fund will help us access opportunities that are essential to our development and performance, allowing us to focus on achieving our goals and representing New Zealand with pride.

Support like this will make a real difference in helping us reach our potential and continue building New Zealand’s reputation on the international stage.”

— Havana Hopman, New Zealand Representative Rhythmic Gymnast

“Gymnastics changes lives, and we see that every day across our community. But for too many, cost is still a barrier, whether that’s getting started or going further. These funds are about removing those barriers and backing people to reach their potential.

We can’t do that alone, so this is an invitation for our community and wider supporters to be part of something that will make a real difference,” says CEO Andrea Nelson.

“This is a long-term commitment to grow sustainable funding for our community and athletes. While this will not happen overnight, we are focused on creating something that will make a lasting difference for future generations.”

Be Part of What’s Possible

From a child’s first cartwheel to standing proud on the world stage, every gymnastics journey starts with opportunity. These funds are about creating more of those opportunities for more young people.

If you are interested in supporting either fund, we would love to hear from you. Please email office@gymnasticsnz.com and we will connect you with the team.

Read also about Tāku coming on board as the inaugural supporter of the Athlete Support Fund.