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Big Buddy marks retirement of Longtime Chair and Welcomes New Leadership

After 14 years of dedicated service, Travis Field retires as Chair of Big Buddy Mentoring Trust, leaving a legacy of heartfelt leadership and community impact. We welcome Shaun Quincey as our new Chair—a seasoned leader with a powerful story and vision for the future of mentoring boys without dads across Aotearoa.

Men’s Health & Wellness Fundraiser Dinner – June 2025

We’re proud and grateful to have been chosen as one of the beneficiary charities of the Men’s Health & Wellness Fundraiser Dinner, held on Tuesday 17 June at the Milford Cruising Club in Auckland.

Tauranga Charity Lunch raises $28k for Big Buddy

What an incredible day we had at our Charity Lunch at The Surf Club Mt Maunganui! Thanks to the generosity of the local community, we’re excited to share that we raised an amazing $28,000.

Jamie and Jordan’s South Island Adventure

When Big Buddy Jamie and Little Buddy Jordan took off for Queenstown, they had no idea just how many unforgettable moments were ahead. From first-time helicopter rides to seeing snow and ziplining through the treetops, their trip was packed with adventure—and left some pretty magic memories.

84 Recruitment Charity Golf Day Raises $39k for Big Buddy

Rain couldn’t stop the fun at our 4th annual Big Buddy Mentoring Trust Golf Tournament at Wainui! All 21 teams showed up through the downpour to support a great cause — raising funds for boys growing up without a dad. Huge thanks to our sponsors, supporters, and trustee Grant Fox for going the distance on hole 8! ⛳☔

Buddies Do Good: Conservation, Community & Fun

Big and little buddies set out to do some good in the community in March 2025. The result was 50 new rat traps for Rotoroa Island and a new knowledge about conservation of our native birdlife. See how they got on.

Hamilton and Tauranga – Big Buddy Day Out 2025

Big Buddy Day Out for Hamilton and Tauranga in March 2025 was the perfect mix of good weather and fun activities. Check out what they got up to.

Hillary Outdoors Adventure 2025

Big Buddy Day Out for Hamilton and Tauranga in March 2025 was the perfect mix of good weather and fun activities.

Wellington Big Buddy Day Out 2025

Big Buddy Day Out for Hamilton and Tauranga in March 2025 was the perfect mix of good weather and fun activities.

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