Community & charity groups we support
Our Ebbett Dealerships’ commitment extends beyond providing exceptional vehicles and services; it encompasses a genuine dedication to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. Our core values—care, respect, integrity, and excellence—form the foundation of our ethos, driving us to actively contribute to local charitable organisations and community initiatives.
Caring deeply for the communities we serve is central to our mission. We recognise the vital connection between businesses and their neighbourhoods, and we express our gratitude by actively engaging in community collaboration. As Ebbett Dealerships, we take immense pride in the impact we've made and continue to make in the areas we call home.
Special Children’s Christmas Parties
Cause Description
In 1998, Kiwi kids got to experience the very first Special Children’s Christmas Parties in New Zealand. Now, every year in New Zealand, nearly 10,000 Kiwi children with special needs, challenging life or health circumstances are invited to a party like no other.
How we help
Special Children’s Christmas Parties
Lions Club – Kapi Mana Lions
Cause Description
The Lions Club of Mana supports a wide range of local and regional charities through fund raising, volunteering, organising events, and through their Trust, providing financial support for local welfare groups and tertiary students.
How we help
Lions Club – Kapi Mana Lions
Eat Drink & Be Crafty
Cause Description
Enjoy the very best of locally-made crafts, artisan food, and refreshments in a lovely rural setting at the Eat Drink and Be Crafty Fair. There will also be a live band and plenty of entertainment for all ages – it’s sure to be a great family day out everyone.
How we help
Eat Drink & Be Crafty
Capital Enduro Wellington
Cause Description
Capital Enduro organises and executies multiple mountain bike race events each year with multiple stages, different grades of trails and cash prizes for competitors.
How we help
Capital Enduro Wellington
The Kids Foundation
Cause Description
IDFNZ is dedicated to provide New Zealand families struggling with chronic illness relating to Primary Immune Deficiency (PID). IDFNZ was first incorporated in 1989 and is proud to have served this section of the New Zealand special needs community for over 34 years.
How we help
The Kids Foundation
St Patrick's College Wellington
Cause Description
St Patrick’s College Wellington endeavors to nurture and grow their students’ potential into becoming young men who will flourish in all areas; academically, spiritually, culturally and socially.
How we help
St Patrick's College Wellington
Aotea College Porirua
Cause Description
Aotea College serves a strong and vibrant community, and a firm sense of connection and belonging is an important aspect of good quality secondary education, close to home. The college provides a broad and responsive curriculum where students can engage positively in learning, both within and beyond the classroom.
How we help
Johnston Ebbett provides a gateway program for students to gain workplace experience as automotive technicians.
Aotea College Porirua
Kids in Need Waikato
Cause Description
Supporting kids in care, aged 0-17 years old, by making each child a special care pack that has been thoughtfully put together by amazing volunteers, with products donated by the local community. It's about making a difficult time just a little bit easier.
How we help
You will see the Kids In Need Volkswagen Transporter Van and the all-new Amarok Ute on the road, driving throughout the Waikato helping many families.
Kids in Need Waikato
Pukekohe Tennis Club
Cause Description
Situated in the heart of Pukekohe township we are the largest and fastest growing tennis club in the Counties region. Having 20 courts, 10 floodlit on both hardcourt and turf we have year-round facilities, coaching programmes and play to cater for all your tennis needs.
How we help
Pukekohe Tennis Club
Pukekohe Croquet Club
Cause Description
Social & competitive croquet for all ages in the heart of Pukekohe.
How we help
Pukekohe Croquet Club
Clarks Beach Bowling Club
Cause Description
Founded in 1974, Clarks Beach Bowling Club facilitates womens and mens bowling on their state of the art greens.
How we help
Clarks Beach Bowling Club
Pukekohe MX Club
Cause Description
Pukekohe Motorcycle Club provides great facilities and a sporting environment for dirt bike riders.
How we help
Pukekohe MX Club
Puni School
Cause Description
Puni School has a stable roll of approximately 230 students and 11 teachers, where class sizes are kept small to maximize children’s learning. They strive to make their school motto a part of their daily lives, “Effort Brings Reward”. Puni School is a Health Promoting School – Kauri Level.
How we help
Puni School
I AM HOPE
Cause Description
I AM HOPE has one goal - positive societal attitudinal change. We know our youth struggle with distressing self-talk and overthinking, leaving them feeling isolated and alone. When we show them these thoughts are universal, we can give our kids a better life.
How we help
I AM HOPE
Groov
Cause Description
Co-founded by All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan, dedicated to lifting the mental wellbeing of 100 million people in workplaces all around the globe. There’s no one size fits all, so they take a tailored approach to help our growing list of workplaces.
How we help
Groov
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
Cause Description
The Breast Cancer Foundation is promoting breast awareness and early detection to all women and men; they are helping break down the barriers that stop every eligible woman getting her mammogram; and they're actively encouraging the development and testing of new technologies for early detection.
How we help
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust
Cause Description
For over 50 years, the life-saving Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter service has assisted the Greater Auckland, outer islands and Coromandel communities. With the community's goodwill and support, they can assist patients and their loved ones in their greatest time of need.
How we help
Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust
Koru Care
Cause Description
What Koru Care is best known for is taking groups of children with major or terminal health issues to far-away fantasy destinations such as the Gold Coast, Australia and California, USA. Other activities include supplying educational and play equipment, setting up toy libraries, taking children on special day excursions and an annual Christmas Cruise.
How we help
Koru Care
Starship
Cause Description
Starship Children's Health provides a wide range of complex medical, surgical, cardiac and mental health services for children and young people throughout New Zealand and the South Pacific. It aims to lead the nation in paediatric training and research.
How we help
Ebbett Pukekohe has provided donations & support that has contributed to the construction of a childrens' burns unit.
Starship
Cancer Kids First
Cause Description
Cancer Kids First was founded by high school student Olivia Zhang at the age of 14. She had hoped to honor two of her loved ones while spreading love to a vulnerable community. Cancer Kids First's founder and volunteers now dedicate their lives to helping kids battling this disease.
How we help
Cancer Kids First
Cambridge Football
Cause Description
Cambridge Football Club fields senior men’s and women’s teams, and caters for about 500 boys and girls aged 4-16. The club also has youth teams to help juniors make the transition to senior football.
How we help
Cambridge Football
Into Nature School
Cause Description
Into Nature School's activities and tasks are designed to inspire children to explore, discover and play in new and creative ways. They also have therapeutic benefits that can last a lifetime.
How we help
Into Nature School
St Paul's Collegiate School
Cause Description
One of New Zealand’s leading private day and boarding schools, St Paul’s Collegiate School offers a learning environment that fosters academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, character education and traditional values.
How we help
St Paul's Collegiate School
Cambridge Middle School
Cause Description
The Cambridge Middle School Krakens Water Polo team has been making waves in the Waikato region, consistently showing dedication and passion for their sport. The Krakens team won the Waikato Intermediate Competition in 2023, which was a huge success for the start of the season.
How we help
Ebbett Volkswagen provided the team with brand-new uniforms, togs, and also supplied the Amarok BBQ to help the team further fundraise through sausage sizzles.