FINZ Membership![]()
The Fundraising Institute of New Zealand (FINZ) is the professional membership body that represents fundraising in New Zealand.
For the benefit of all New Zealanders, FINZ is committed to fundraising excellence. We want to ensure that worthy causes are well supported and that the generosity of New Zealanders is recognised and encouraged.
We do this by:
- Ensuring ethical fundraising
FINZ members abide by ethical fundraising practices. We have comprehensive standards of practice to enhance the intergity and professionalism of your fundraising activities. Members of FINZ can proudly communicate to their donors that they are a part of New Zealand's premier professional and ethical fundraising body. - Professional Development
Ongoing education will help you become a master of your craft, polish your fundraising skills and increase your charities income. FINZ offers members access to a wide range of knowledge enhancing workshops, seminars, conferences and online courses - often at significantly discounted rates. FINZ also has a wealth of research material and industry information that members can access. - Networking Opportunities
Deepen existing relationships and forge new ones with other fundraising professionals from around the country and overseas. Share best practice ideas and learn from each other's experiences. FINZ is an excellent vehicle through which fundraisers can build great working relationships. - Mentoring
Take advantage of up to 8 formal coaching or mentoring sessions arranged through FINZ. Learn from experienced fundraisers, let them share their insights, solutions, and support and guide you through any challenges you might be facing. - Discounted Services
Membership of FINZ offers a wide variety of discounts from training partners, printing specialists, fundraising tools and much more. - Be your voice
As one of the lead voices for effective fundraising and philanthropy in New Zealand, FINZ will advocate on behalf of our members to ensure the value of fundraising continues to be recognised and that public policy provides an excellent environment in which to work.
Welcome to Our Newest Renewing Members!
The Neonatal Trust
Organisational Member, Dec 2020
Supporting families going through the stress and anxiety of a neonatal journey. The Neonatal Trust – making a difficult start to life that little bit easier. The Neonatal Trusts’ main focus is to support parents by helping them through what is usually an extremely traumatic time.
Save the Children
Organisational Member, Dec 2020
Every child has the same potential, but not all have the opportunity to realise it. Save the Children's work focuses on the needs of all children, but especially the most marginalised, because they believe in a world where every child is healthy, has the opportunity to learn, and is safe from violence, abuse and exploitation.
Membership Types
FINZ organisational membership matches a Tier structure based on all gross revenue not just fundraising revenue.
Membership Type | Prices shown are in NZD and are GST exclusive |
Individual | $238.00 |
Fellow | $238.00 |
Honorary | Appointed by FINZ |
Organisation Tier 4 - Income under $125k | $315.00 |
Organisation Tier 3 - Income under $2 million | $630.00 |
Organisation Tier 2 - Income under $30 million | $945.00 |
Organisation Tier 1 - Income over $30 million | $1,260.00 |
Federated - for umbrella organisations | $3,780.00 |
Corporate Band D - Total revenue under $1.5 million | $315.00 |
Corporate Band C - Total revenue between $1.5 to $3 million | $630.00 |
Corporate Band B - Total revenue between $3 to $6 million | $945.00 |
Corporate Band A - Total revenue between $6 to $12 million | $1,260.00 |
Why should I become a FINZ member?
If you're thinking why should I become a FINZ member, what's the point? Here is a quick insight into what we currently have on offer, and what is in the pipeline for this year (dates subject to change):
Professional Development
- Fundraising Essentials course
- Virtual Monthly learning lunches
- FINZ Magazine * Autumn edition out in May
- 8 hours of free mentoring from a high experienced and knowledgeable fundraiser
- Education on demand (Webinar shop) * updated
- Certificate in Fundraising * new July onwards
- First ever Australasia "Pop Up" Conference in conjunction with Resource Alliance *new August
- FINZ Conference 2020 – Take your next giant leap! *6-8 October
Ethics
- Affirmation that you are an ethical and best practice fundraiser
- Online Ethics education micro module
Advocacy
- Up to date information and links to help you and your organisation through the challenges of COVID-19
- Being your voice - collaboration and advocacy as one voice on serious issues that impact the sector, such as the demise of cheques, changes to the Charities act and much more.
Other
- FINZ Fundraising Excellence Awards 2020 – Open now!
- Virtual Networking opportunities
- Discounted services
- Christmas party!