Help Rebuild Ngatuhoa Lodge for Future Generations
Ngatuhoa Lodge has served schools, youth groups, families, and the wider community for over 60 years. Now we need your help to secure its future.
Our current lodge facilities are aging and in urgent need of renewal. We are working toward a major rebuild so Ngatuhoa can continue providing outdoor education, leadership, confidence-building, and community experiences for decades to come.
A community asset that can't be left to deteriorate
Ngatuhoa Lodge is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit outdoor education facility located in the Kaimai Mamaku ranges. The lodge is used by schools, community groups, youth organisations, and families who rely on Ngatuhoa as an affordable, accessible outdoor learning environment.
Safer, warmer accommodation
Modern, code-compliant facilities that meet today's standards for warmth, safety, and accessibility.
Improved communal spaces
Better kitchen, dining, and gathering spaces for larger groups and school camps.
Outdoor education ready
Purpose-built facilities designed around the needs of school camps and structured outdoor learning programmes.
Built for 50+ more years
A lodge that can serve the next generation of students, families, and community groups for decades to come.
Every donation brings us closer
We have already secured significant support, but we still need help from the wider Ngatuhoa community to reach the total required.
Your donation will go directly toward the rebuild project, including construction, materials, fit-out, and essential infrastructure. Every contribution — large or small — makes a difference.
Choose your contribution
One-off donations of any size are greatly appreciated. Select an amount below, or enter your own.
See bank transfer details below to complete your donation.
View Donation DetailsMake your mark on the new lodge
Businesses, families, schools, and community organisations may wish to sponsor a specific part of the project. Named sponsorship opportunities are available.
Sponsor a bunk room
Provide comfortable overnight accommodation for school groups and youth visitors.
Kitchen & dining facilities
The heart of the lodge — help us build a kitchen and dining space that brings people together.
Outdoor education equipment
Support the activities and experiences that make Ngatuhoa special for young people.
Building materials
Contribute to the fabric of the new building with a materials sponsorship of any scale.
Off-grid infrastructure
Help us build a sustainable future with solar, battery, and off-grid energy systems.
Custom sponsorship
Have something specific in mind? We would love to discuss a tailored sponsorship arrangement.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please get in touch with us directly.
Support goes beyond donations
Many funders require community support, letters of support, or evidence that Ngatuhoa is widely valued. Here is how you can help beyond a financial contribution.
Help us access funding
- Introduce us to potential funders
- Write a letter of support
- Share the project with your network
Spread the word
- Share this page with your school community
- Talk to local businesses about sponsorship
- Post about the rebuild on social media
Run a fundraiser
- School or community fundraiser
- Business fundraising event
- Community giving campaign
Schools are at the heart of Ngatuhoa's story
If your school has benefited from camps at Ngatuhoa, we would be incredibly grateful if you would consider supporting the rebuild through a small fundraiser, donation, or letter of support.
Even simple fundraising ideas can make a real difference. Schools that raise funds for the rebuild will be recognised in the new lodge.
Talk to Us About School SupportSchool Fundraising Ideas
- Mufti day
- Sausage sizzle
- Sponsored walk
- Gold coin donation day
- Outdoor education fundraiser
- Parent community donation drive
Operated with transparency and care
Ngatuhoa Lodge is operated by the Ngatuhoa Outdoor Education Society Incorporated, a volunteer-run charitable organisation.
Volunteer-run
We are a charitable, not-for-profit organisation run entirely by volunteers committed to outdoor education.
Funds go directly to the rebuild
All donations received for the rebuild will be used to support the Ngatuhoa Lodge rebuild project and associated project costs.
Full transparency
We are happy to provide receipts, project information, and supporting documentation wherever required.
Transfer your donation directly
Bank transfer is our preferred method. Please use the details below and email us after donating so we can acknowledge your contribution.
Bank Transfer Details
Once you have made your transfer, please email us so we can send you a receipt and add you to our donor acknowledgements.
Email Us After DonatingWant to discuss a larger gift or sponsorship?
We welcome conversations about larger donations, sponsorship arrangements, and funding partnerships. Please reach out.
Contact us directly:
Email: quinn@ngatuhoa.org.nz
Phone: 022 161 2174
Contact Us About Supporting the Rebuild"Ngatuhoa has helped shape generations of young people through outdoor education, adventure, and community. With your help, we can rebuild it for the generations still to come."
— Ngatuhoa Outdoor Education Society Incorporated