What We Do
Supporting children, families and communities to thrive.
Founded in 2013, the Kindness Collective began as a behind-the-scenes community group with friends and family on a mission to make Aotearoa a kinder place for all.
Every Kiwi deserves to thrive, but should at the very least have the basics; food, clothing, shelter and safety.
The reality is poverty and family violence statistics continue to climb. One in five children experiences hardship, disabled children are almost three times more likely to live in poverty, one in five women experience family violence and at least 33% of us experience food insecurity. These alarming statistics mean not everyone is thriving in New Zealand, so we provide support through five nationwide programmes.
We are community-led, which means ourwork is varied. Each week we’re packing pyjamas, packing food boxes and planting potatoes. Our unique approach means we go where the need is and help where it matters most.
Our Purpose & Vision
Our purpose is to harness the power of kindness in our communities to support an equitable future for all people living in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
We are deeply committed to upholding and honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi as the founding document of Aotearoa, and Tangata whenua as the kaitiaki of this country, land and sea.
Our vision is to create a culture of kindness so Aotearoa is the kindest place on the planet, where no one goes without.
Our Values
We are brave
We are brave enough to have tough conversations, be unique and do things a bit differently for a greater impact.
We are kind
We believe kindness is doing what’s right. It’s an action. It’s urgent and it should reach to all people and the planet.
We are connected
It takes all of us and we are just one part of it. We believe in collaboration, community and not being the hero.
We are open
To acknowledging reality, admitting mistakes, listening and learning. We are transparent about our work and how we allocate our funds and your donations.
We promote dignity
We seek to promote dignity for all who use our services, because everyone deserves kindness.
Our Board Team
PACO’s Board Team is a group of committed individuals With diverse backgrounds and a shared commitment to PACO’s mission. Together, they provide valuable actions and guidance, helping PACO achieve its mission and create meaningful change in the community.