Impact100 Canterbury
Welcome to Impact100 Canterbury – a new collective giving group uniting local wāhine who are passionate about creating transformational change in our region.
The Impact100 Global Model
A simple, powerful vision...
Up to 100 women
$1,100 each
Pooled total granted locally every year
Impact100 is a global giving model for women that turns individual generosity into collective impact. Founded in 2001 in Cincinnati, USA, there are now more than 70 chapters worldwide. Members pool their donations to fund a yearly grant to an outstanding local charity, enabling high-impact projects that create real community change. Here in Aotearoa, Impact100 Wakatipu has already granted over NZ$1 million since launching in 2020.
Impact100 Canterbury members contribute $1,100 each year. Of this, $100 covers administration, $100 supports the Kate Sheppard Women’s Fund, and the remainder goes toward annual grants. Our first grant round, launched in April 2026, will focus on supporting women and families in Christchurch, Selwyn and Waimakariri.
Impact100 Canterbury is generously sponsored by JBWere, and is supported by The George Hotel.
How does it work?
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Local registered charities aligned with our mission will be invited to apply.
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Members will assess proposals through a collaborative and transparent process.
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Finalists will pitch to the full group.
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Members vote to decide who receives the major grant.
Along the way, members have the opportunity to learn from and connect with like-minded women, while deepening their understanding of community needs.
Keen to join? We're reopening member registrations in July 2027.
Curious to learn more?
Take a look at what Impact100 Whakatipu have achieved in the last five years...