Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation
New Zealandwhakatupuaotearoa.org.nz
Overview
A private philanthropic trust established in 2020 that acts as a strategic, high-risk profile investor. It focuses on providing catalytic capital to initiatives and companies addressing environmental issues (like climate change, biodiversity, and waste) and social challenges in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The foundation is funded by 100% of the profits from the business Tax Management New Zealand (TMNZ) and engages in both impact investments and strategic charitable giving.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
whakatupuaotearoa.org.nzInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starboard Maritime Intelligence | Sep 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Starboard Maritime Intelligence | Sep 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Starboard Maritime Intelligence | Apr 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Starboard Maritime Intelligence | Apr 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Critical. | Dec 2023 | Seed | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
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