Our Story
After seeing a real need for clothing for children uplifted from their homes and placed into care with nothing, we had the idea for Helping Families

Helping Families is a way to support local families with some of the essentials required to raise children, so they can thrive and reach their full potential. However it’s not just children who need assistance, so we aim to help anyone who needs it. We believe no family should struggle alone.

In the Nelson/Tasman region we’re fortunate to have a community that is willing to help others in need. We tap into that community spirit by accepting donations of clothing, school uniforms, bedding, toys, books and car seats, which we can then distribute to those who need it.

We work directly with people in need, as well as community organisations and other charities.
We’re a registered charity (CC55968) and are governed by a board of trustees.
What We Do
We facilitate the receipt of donated goods from the community and distribute them to anyone in need.

Location & Opening hours
452 Lower Queen St, Richmond
Tuesday 10am – 1pm & Friday 1pm – 3pm
Note: We’re temporarily operating ‘Click & Collect’ during site works. Normal hours to resume next month.
Goods to Donate
Clothing, School Uniforms, Bedding, Toys, Books, Car Seats and Firewood.
We only ask they be in good clean condition, do not need repair, and meet all current safety regulations
Partner With Us
You might be an agency or charity involved in similar work and want to explore collaboration
You might be a business, grants body or individual who wants to sponsor our work
Please contact us to begin the conversation
Volunteer
If you have a desire to serve our community, please contact us to find out more about our volunteer opportunities
Helping Us
We are so grateful to the people who make it possible for us to help families in need. You can support us by donating goods, donating money, making special projects happen or volunteering.
Find Us
You can find us at 452 Lower Queen Street, Richmond.
We open on:
Tuesday 10am – 1pm and Friday 1pm – 3pm (excluding public holidays)
Note: We’re temporarily operating ‘Click & Collect’ during site works. Normal hours to resume next month
Also check our
News page for special open days and when we close during holiday periods

We’re open on Tuesday 10am-1pm and Friday 1pm-3pm at
452 Lower Queen Street, Richmond
info@helpingfamilies.org.nz
021 876 901
NZ Charity CC55968
NZ tax payers can claim a credit for donations to us.
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