You may have seen their fundraisers out and about in your community, chatting with people about New Zealand Red Cross and inviting them to become a Humanitarian Partner (regular donor). Every year, they speak with thousands of people across the country, hearing their stories, answering questions and sharing how regular donations can help New Zealand Red Cross be there when people need us most. This is their story.

On the spur of the moment, and thanks to a Facebook ad, newly arrived immigrant, Jocel Garcia, decided to give volunteering for New Zealand Red Cross a go. She saw a call for volunteers for Meals on Wheels volunteers and decided it would be a meaningful way to give back after a corporate career in Manila in the Philippines, as well as a fantastic way to get to know her new neighbourhood.

Many of Invercargill’s loved but unridden bikes are getting a second lease of life thanks to BestStart Waihopai Kindy and New Zealand Red Cross. Donated bikes are making a difference for former refugee families settling in Southland.

Bradley is a large, unbothered, faintly aristocratic cat — "Garfield's cousin," according to his owner, Jacquie Hurst — and he has Meals on Wheels figured out to the day. "I think he just knows the days of the week," Jacquie says. She started receiving Meals on Wheels around three years ago, after a stay in hospital, on the advice of a nurse.

Aotearoa New Zealand, you showed up in a big way. Together, we collected 54,183kg of quality pre-loved clothing during the 2026 Uber x Red Cross Clothing Drive. Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, and helped make it happen.