KATE SHEPPARD WOMEN'S FUND

In 1893 Kate Sheppard and her peers gathered the signatures of nearly 32,000 New Zealand women to demonstrate the groundswell of support for their cause to give women the vote.
A 270m-long petition, then the largest ever presented to Parliament – was unrolled across the chamber of the House with dramatic effect. The Electoral Act 1893 was passed by both houses of Parliament and became law on 19 September. The news took New Zealand by storm and inspired suffrage movements all over the world. Today women and girls in greater Christchurch continue to be a powerful force for change.

THE NEED
To play our part in ensuring this proud legacy of changemakers continues, we’ve created the Kate Sheppard Women’s Fund. Donating to the Kate Sheppard Women’s Fund will ensure the voices and actions of wāhine are treasured, amplified and supported for generations to come.
Significant numbers of women and girls work hard at the grassroots
level. Often, like those from our
past, the impact of these community leaders is amplified when supported by others.
Our fund was established to provide these leaders with support by investing in their potential to grow their impact and make communities better, for everyone.
Your contribution helps us continue the legacy of Kate Sheppard and empower Cantabrian women to create positive change in their communities.
You can view previous winners below.
PREVIOUS
WINNERS
Congratulations to the previous winners of the Kate Sheppard Women's Fund. Your dedication to your individual kaupapa is making the greater Ōtautahi region better for everyone.