Coastie Community Champions
Community is at the heart of Big Buddy, and the vibrant Orewa Boulevard of Arts Fiesta was a powerful reminder of that. With RRE Agency waving the Big Buddy Flag.
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Role Model Ripples: Building Buddies Among Brothers and Beyond
Making mentorship their form of charitable giving, two Auckland brothers are proving that friendship, fun and guidance creates powerful ripples!
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Building Futures Together: Big Buddy Ruvin and MinterEllisonRuddWatts Partnership Story
Discover how a Wellington lawyer became a Big Buddy mentor – and how MinterEllisonRuddWatts now supports Big Buddy through pro bono legal services.
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A Speech That Moved Us – From Alex, One of Our Little Buddies
Every now and then we come across a story that moves us, a reminder of why Big Buddy exists. Alex a Little Buddy on the programme made this speech at his school.
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How Good Eggs Raised Funds for Big Buddy and Mental Health Awareness
Quinn’s incredible 100-mile run, Henri’s high-energy HIIT class and fun events like Boogie with a Buddy and Eggs on Legs made the Good Eggs Fundraiser a huge success in raising over $5000 for Big Buddy. Read the full story!
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Chasing the Fox 2025: Team Fox Wins Big for Big Buddy
Team Fox, made up of Ryan Fox and Dan Hillier, triumphed at Chasing the Fox 2025 while supporting Big Buddy. Explore highlights from this charity golf event!
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Innovation Meets Impact : Big Buddy selected as Charity Partner for the Icehouse Ventures Showcase 2025
We were honoured to be the charity partner at the Icehouse Ventures Showcase 2025! The event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with innovators, business leaders, and supporters, and we were thrilled to be part of a record-breaking donation that will help Big Buddy continue making a difference for boys growing up without fathers.
Anchored in Kindness: Skipperi Gives Waitlist Little Buddies a Day to Remember
Thanks to Skipperi’s incredible support, a beautiful, sunny, and calm day became an unforgettable adventure on the water for our Little Buddies currently on the waitlist. A total of thirty attendees, made up of Little Buddies, caregivers, and volunteers, came along for the adventure. A day full of excitement, learning, and connection, giving the boys
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Big Buddy Launches Group Programme in Tauranga
On Sunday, 3rd August, something special began in Tauranga – GP5. Our inaugural group of teenage boys set out on an 8-week journey designed to inspire, challenge, and transform. The 11 rangatahi, aged between 14 and 17, were carefully nominated by their schools and caregivers — people who saw in them not just potential, but
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Fantail & Turtle Fundraiser 2025
The Fantail Fundraiser 2025 was full of laughter and community, but also moments that reminded us how important it is for young people to have a positive male role model. Here’s a look at some of the day’s highlights.
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