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June 2026
De Paul House is part of the social infrastructure that holds communities together. Every day, we provide practical support, foster connection, champion advocacy, and create hope for people facing housing and social challenges.
At De Paul House the increase in demand has continued. To date, we have received 534 enquiries for housing. This translates to 664 adults and 705 children in desperate need.
We are aware that as individuals, we can often feel overwhelmed when looking at the pressing issues facing New Zealanders today.
In this newsletter, we celebrate the positive and acknowledge the many good people working to support De Paul House.
Local Businesses and Community Tackling Poverty
We are fortunate to have a wonderful ‘Community of Caring’ who arrive daily at the office bearing practical, quality donations to support our food bank, our stores of household/kitchenware, bedding, towels, clothing and furniture.
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Coffee for a Can & Shampoo for a Brew
This wonderful event ran in May, initiated by Ben of Be Speciality Coffee, and James and Carol of Mulan Café Restaurant. Be Speciality Coffee supplied the coffee, and Mulan the milk and coffee machine. The local community responded and we received a generous supply of food and shampoo.
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Family 2 Family
New World Long Bay has supported De Paul House through their annual food drive once again. This is a welcome boost to the shelves of our food bank that is in much higher demand this year.
Transitional Housing
Ex-Resident
De Paul House really helped us with everything we needed, finding a place to live, getting food and clothes, sorting out school things for the kids, and even showing us how to handle our money. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Mother of three children
Their dedication to helping people, isn’t just a job to them. It’s evident in how they go above and beyond to ensure I felt heard and supported every step of the way. Without the food and clothing support my children would have been cold and hungry. Thank you so much.
Keys to a Brighter Tomorrow
We are looking forward to the official Blessing and Opening of our social housing complex in Birkdale.
On Wednesday 15 July, Bishop Stephen Lowe will be officiating at this event.
Ways you can help
Your financial donation is vital to ensure De Paul House can offer the families and older adults the support they need to flourish. Other ways include:
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Supporting our goods banks
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Attending our annual fundraiser events
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Providing quality prizes for raffles and auctions at key events
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Raising awareness of our services in addressing homelessness and poverty
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Leaving a gift in your will
Make a donation
If you would like to donate in support of our work this month, you can click on the donation button on this page above or donate
via internet banking.
Account Name: De Paul House Charitable Trust Board
Account Number: BNZ
02-0278-0059429-02 Reference: June
If you don't have a donor ID, please email us with your contact details to ensure we can send your receipt.
