Start a Legacy Fund

Establishing your own fund ensures causes that matter to you are supported forever.

When you establish your own endowment fund your charitable purpose receives annual income while the capital is maintained by the 45South Foundation.

Your fund can be in your name, your family name or any name of your choice.

Your choice of charities or causes will receive distributions from the income from your fund while we take care of the administration, and keep you up to date with annual reports on earnings and distributions from your Named Endowment Fund.

Your Legacy Fund

Leaving a gift for the community in your Will or establishing a fund in your lifetime with

45 South Foundation is a simple way to ensure your gift will continue giving forever.

Your legacy will support the people, places and communities you care about for generations to come.

Choose to make an impact now, later, or both. As a donor, you have the flexibility to give during your lifetime, leave a gift in your Will, or combine both approaches. Many donors enjoy seeing the difference their "Living Giving" makes today while also securing their legacy for tomorrow.

Your fund can support specific charities you love, focus on areas you're passionate about, or remain unrestricted to meet future needs.

Establishing a Named Endowment Fund with 45South Foundation is an easy way to create an enduring legacy in your community. We can walk you through the process to ensure that your giving objectives are met. Our team can help you choose how and when you donate, and who your fund supports.Whether it’s the arts, education, environment, health, sports, heritage, youth development, te ao Māori or another cause close to your heart, we can work with you to find a way to give that works for you.

Our Legacy Funds

Legacy funds offer a powerful way to make a lasting difference. You can start your own named fund to reflect your values and support the causes you care about, or contribute to an existing fund if you prefer to be part of a collective legacy. From education and conservation to the arts and community wellbeing, our legacy and special purpose funds are designed to grow over time—creating impact not just for today, but for generations to come.

Many of these funds are open to additional contributions, you can find out more or make a donation by clinking the link.

We are immensely grateful for the support that makes our work possible and for the donors whose vision and generosity continue to shape the future of the Whakatipu region.