Charities in Palmerston North

The Manawatu Toy Library is a non-profit organisation known as the "playroom of the city" which lends toys puzzles and games to support children in our community to grow and learn through play. Aimed at children between babyhood and around 8 years old, and special needs. The library is arranged in easily identifiable sections, which includes large toys, fantasy and imaginative play, puzzles and family games. Come as often as you like and take home three toys for up to 3 weeks. Free off-street parking and no late fees! Membership details on our website.

Sport Manawatu is all about getting people of all ages active through sport, active recreation, play, and physical activity. Supporting the Palmerston North City Council, the Manawatu, Horowhenua, and Tararua District Councils, and Horizons Regional Council with opportunities such as training for teachers and coaches, local and national funding, as well as amazing venues, and sports events.

We are a registered charitable trust whose purpose is to improve the quality of life of vulnerable members of our community through advocacy, connection and empowerment. We run a Friendship Centre for seniors in our community to help alleviate social isolation and provide for their social and mental wellbeing. We also run a programme for new parents, an English programme for former refugees and a music and movement group for over 65's.

Whangai Ora Milk Bank was established to collect and distribute safe donor milk for the pepi of the communities, or those who had or are receiving care, within the MidCentral DHB. The milk is screened and processed to make it the safest option of all the supplements to a mother's own milk.

Just Zilch - food rescue - free store! We rescue surplus food from supermarkets, businesses, farms, and cafes, providing it for free to anyone in need. Everyone is welcome--no ID required, no questions asked. Just bring your own bags and come during our opening hours. While we currently don't have indoor space, you can line up outside, and our volunteers will prepare a tray with food for you to choose from. You can take what you need and leave what you don't. We support an average of 350 people daily, who in turn support over 1,400 people in their homes! We also help more than 100 registered charities and community groups across the Manawatu-Whanganui region. Join us in reducing food waste and supporting our community!