Financially:
The hospice requires approximately $500,000 a year for the community to operate annually. This is the shortfall between the Government funding available and the level of care that we believe our patients deserve.

• General donations are warmly accepted at any time. These can be made online through the Hospice New Zealand website and will come to the Marlborough Community Hospice.
   
• In addition, other opportunities to donate are offered throughout the year including: envelope and street appeals, direct mailouts, raffles, dinners. auctions and other events.
   
• Regular donations can be set up via automatic payment.
   
• Major donations can be discussed with the Promotions Coordinator at the hospice number.
   
• Printed information on bequests or deferred giving is also available.

The Marlborough Community Hospice also has a ‘forever’ Foundation. People may choose to give donations to the Foundation. The capital sum will never be spent but over time the accumulated interest will help support and develop the hospice into the future. Click here to contact us regarding further information.

Donations in Kind
In general, the hospice needs money primarily to cover ongoing operational expenses. For this reason we much prefer gifts of money which can be used to pay for essential costs.

However, some supporters have items of value which they would like to give the hospice e.g. jewellery, artwork, furniture, vehicles. People are urged to contact the hospice to discuss their intentions in this area.

Other supporters would like to purchase a specific item or service for the hospice. A small ‘wish list’ is kept and is available on request.

Special events:
The hospice runs a variety of promotional and fundraising events during the year. These include dinners, raffles, quiz nights, participation in community festivals and galas.

Many of our supporters choose to organise their own event or activity to raise money for the hospice. This is a fun and valuable way to support a good cause. Our Promotions Coordinator can provide help and guidance and should be approached at the start of planning any event.

For details on any of these ways of giving click here

Volunteering:
Everyone’s time is precious and we appreciate those who volunteer to work for the hospice. Information about volunteering can be sourced by contacting the hospice here.