Your Gateway to Fundraising Success
Supporting New Zealand not-for-profits, community groups, education providers, social enterprises, and local government to achieve fundraising excellence.
Funding HQ is a New Zealand–based fundraising consultancy and capability partner. We help charities, councils and community organisations design and deliver high-performing fundraising: strategies and cases for support, capital campaigns, corporate partnerships, high-net-worth giving, grant programmes, and stewardship frameworks
We blend expert coaching with practical step-by-step online learning that empowers you to fundraise with confidence.
At Funding HQ we bring clarity, encouragement and proven strategies so you can thrive, no matter how competitive or uncertain the fundraising world becomes.
With experience across arts & culture, social services, environment and sport—and 350+ organisations supported—Funding HQ equips you to grow sustainable revenue and amplify community impact.
Hear from our founder Jenni Giblin on why she created Funding HQ
Services We Offer
Expert Fundraising Coaching & Consultancy Services
Consultancy Services
We offer a range of consultancy services, specialising in feasibility studies, fundraising strategies and plans, capital fundraising campaigns, governance engagement, and funding policy development.
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Coaching Membership
Our membership packages all include one-to-one coaching, online learning incl. templates and case studies, fortnightly Q&As and monthly webinars, and a powerful database of current funding opportunities.
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FundED
FundED is our offering developed specifically for New Zealand schools and other education providers, with online learning, bespoke monthly webinars incl. Q&A, and grant database access.
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Why Us
Elevating Fundraising
With decades of experience and deep local insight, we give you the tools, strategies and support to transform your fundraising.
As a company founded and operated in New Zealand we understand the real challenges you face.
From gaming trusts and government funding to corporate partnerships and philanthropy, we’ll help you to build lasting funder relationships and achieve greater fundraising success.
Join a growing community of Aotearoa New Zealand changemakers discovering the Funding HQ difference.
Access one-on-one coaching
We recognise that one size does not fit all. We provide bespoke one-on-one coaching from fundraising experts to grow your confidence and skills, supporting your success.
Diversify your revenue streams for sustainability
Are all your eggs in one basket? Learn how to achieve sustainable funding by diversifying your revenue sources. Our modules unpick central and local government funding, trusts and foundations, commercial partnerships and private giving, to help you reduce risk.
Build stronger relationships with funders and partners
Learn the importance of excellent donor stewardship and how to keep donors engaged. Our coaches will guide you in nurturing long-term relationships with supporters, turning one-time donations into ongoing commitments..
Fundraising support across Communities and Sectors
With expertise and experience across multiple sectors, including arts, culture and heritage; sports, social services and community development; education; we work with charities, community organisations, not-for-profits, councils and social enterprises of all sizes. Whether you're launching your first campaign or leading a significant capital project, we bring the insight and support to help you succeed.
Funding Tools
A Comprehensive Fundraising Toolkit
Funding HQ offers a complete suite of tools designed to make fundraising simpler and more effective. From easy-to-use templates and planning tools to a funding opportunity tracker, our platform ensures that your fundraising process is structured and efficient, helping you focus on what matters most—your mission.
Your compelling case
Access templates and exercises to develop your compelling case for funding, bringing structure and strategy to your fundraising.
From strategy to implementation
Build a funding implementation plan that sets clear milestones and helps you track progress against your funding goals.
Self-guided learning modules
Work through detailed "how-to-guides" covering all aspects of fundraising, informed by the latest industry insights and trends.
A partner framework
Learn how to prospect and qualify leads, build relationships, and make the 'ask'. Develop effective strategies for donor stewardship and retention.
Personalised Coaching
The Funding HQ Difference: Bespoke Coaching Support
Transform your fundraising with one-on-one coaching from experts who understand your world. We work alongside you to craft strategies tailored to your organisation’s needs, culture, and goals. Unlike generic courses, our coaching gives you real-time feedback, practical solutions to challenges as they arise, and guidance that adapts to your learning style. You’ll walk away not just with knowledge, but with the confidence and clarity to put it into action.
Coaching for all skill levels
Whether you are new to fundraising or a seasoned pro, our coaches help build your confidence, keep you focused and provide you with all the support and encouragement you need to transform your fundraising. Our coaches can work with staff, volunteers or board members, building a team approach to fundraising in your organisation.
Expert partnership
Work one-on-one with experienced fundraising professionals invested in your success who have led not-for-proft organisations and held leadership and governance roles in a wide range of sectors.
Funding Database
Access Our Custom-Built NZ Funding Database
Discover over 1000 individual funds across more than 200 funders. Constantly updated, our powerful funding database can be searched by sector and by region, ensuring you’ll never miss another closing date.
A community of fundraisers
Connect with other Funding HQ member through our monthly webinars and fortnightly lunchtime zoom Q&A sessions.
Additional support - whenever you need It
Friendly and practical support from the Funding HQ team, with the opportunity for bespoke workshops, consultation, and further support.*
Client Testimonials
In Their Own Words
Here’s what some of our clients have to say about their fundraising journey, and how working with Funding HQ has helped them achieve lasting results.
Aktive recently engaged Jenni Giblin to undertake a webinar for our sector on how to successfully apply for Lotteries funding. This has been recognised as an ongoing issue in Tāmaki Makaurau, and as such, Jenni’s ability to lift the veil on the process, and provide clear and precise detail around what information was being sought by the Lotteries Grant Board, was immensely valuable. Jenni has a thorough understanding of the process and what is required to achieve successful outcomes. This is amply demonstrated by her incredible success in securing over $165 million of funding for projects across Aotearoa over the last 16 years. The webinar was attended by over 50 people, and the feedback received has been wholly positive. The webinar has connected Aktive to a number of community organisations seeking project funding.
Jenni is an excellent presenter—she operates in a friendly and highly professional manner, while using accessible language and is a pleasure to work with. I am confident that this webinar, and the associated tool kit, is a game changer for sport and active recreation organisations in Tāmaki Makaurau. Through this work, we are moving towards finding new much-needed funding for facilities. Aktive is currently considering how we continue to work with Jenni on future projects and I look forward to these opportunities.
The New Zealand Memorial Museum Trust was lucky to have secured Jenni’s talents. Her understanding of the project, and from a very early stage her belief that a $15M target was doable gave us confidence. There were many challenges along the way and she handled these with flair and determination. Fundraising always looks easy from the outside, but Jenni’s ability to have a clear view of the way ahead despite the hurdles, she showed us the sheer professionalism of the role and that helped us sustain a level of confidence so needed at critical times. Equally important to give confidence to our donors, even through a global pandemic when many felt their future was shaken, which gave us strength when necessary. Jenni kept our donors enthusiastic about our aspirations and our donors all appreciated her relationship skills.
Our work with Funding HQ has been a huge help in unlocking the potential of some amazing community groups and organisation in the Thames-Coromandel District. We held three Funding HQ workshops across our district with the purpose of helping community groups diversify their range of funding options. Jenni Giblin was a fabulous presenter in helping groups large and small demystify the world of fundraising. We gained great feedback from our community groups “The Funding HQ workshop helped community groups like ours plan projects and allow for a targeted funding approach” “Jenni is a fantastic communicator and made the whole subject of fundraising engaging and interesting.
The coaching support from Funding HQ has been incredibly valuable to the Waikato River Trails Trust. The expert advice we’ve received has been tailored specifically to our presence in the community and the purpose that drives our work. James brings a wealth of experience, offering insightful peer review of our initiatives, encouraging us to think differently, and challenging the paradigms we’ve been operating within. His guidance has helped us refine our strategic approach and explore new opportunities. We’re grateful for the ongoing support that is helping us grow stronger and more effective in our mission.
Jenni Giblin has been instrumental in supporting our charity to become more financially sustainable. Over the past two years, she and her Funding HQ team have worked with us to design, develop and implement an effective fundraising plan which is seeing great results even in a challenging economic climate. While we already had a solid grant funding plan, we had significant gaps in other aspects of fundraising. Jenni’s understanding of the philanthropic arena in Aotearoa is comprehensive and she has been generous in sharing this with us. Jenni is warm, enthusiastic, and really comes from the heart in her approach. We highly recommend her!
Under the superb leadership of Jenni Giblin, the team at Funding HQ, bring a wealth of experience which is invaluable in navigating the complex world of philanthropy, development, and fundraising in Aotearoa New Zealand…
What sets Funding HQ apart is their ability to offer tailored and flexible support. They make it their business to understand the unique needs and challenges faced by charitable organisations, and they provide the right guidance and resources to help unlock funding. Funding HQ’s smart and user-friendly tools, break down the barriers to make it easier for new fundraisers to grasp the concepts and strategies involved, empowering them to take charge of their own fundraising efforts.
Their tailored support, wealth of experience, and user-friendly tools have empowered Variety – the Children’s Charity and we are proud to work alongside Funding HQ.