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Donate from abroad

Find out more about international giving.

Aotearoa New Zealand has a strong community of whānau and ex-pats living overseas, many of whom consider their enduring relationship with Te Papa to be “a bridge home.”

Te Papa Foundation also works with international donors and sponsors with a strong affiliation to Aotearoa who want the opportunity to meet, network, and engage with the work of the museum.

Donate from these countries

If you are based in the following countries and would like to make a tax-advantageous donation, please select the country below and choose Te Papa Foundation from the drop-down list on the website for our partner Chapel & York.

To find out more about international giving, please reach out to rebecca.galloway@tepapafoundation.org.nz

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