SHORT Live! Unlocking Corporate Potential for Impact with Ezekiel Raui Head of One New Zealand Foundation

06/08/2025 5 min

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Episode Synopsis

Live from Changing Face of Philanthropy event in Auckland July This episode explores how corporate foundations can move beyond brand-building into genuine community impact. Ezekiel Raui shares how One NZ Foundation is unlocking corporate resources—from access to elite sports environments to financial expertise—for the benefit of community partners.He unpacks the “healthy tension” between purpose and profit, and how internal company culture plays a crucial role in sustaining philanthropic focus—even through economic pressure.Key insight? Real partnership isn’t transactional—it’s relational. Charities should align with funders who share their values, rather than chasing every opportunity. And, looking ahead, Ezekiel offers a bold alternative to traditional philanthropy: community-owned businesses with profits flowing back to the people, permanently.Big idea: Philanthropy at its best is not about giving back—it’s about sharing power.

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