Every contribution matters At Kaibosh, we know that a stronger, more connected community isn’t built by one big act - it’s created through thousands of small, meaningful contributions made every single day. This International Volunteer Day, we’re celebrating the power of collective action and shining a light on our incredible network of 250+ volunteers who…

The numbers are in for 2024/25 Together we’ve set a new Kaibosh record! From July 2024 to June 2025, our teams across Wellington, Hutt Valley and Kāpiti-Horowhenua distributed 900,521 kilograms of food to local communities. That’s the equivalent of more than 2 million meals worth of kai shared, while also preventing 2,386 tonnes CO2e of…

World Food Day is a time to reflect on how the way we grow, share and consume food shapes our communities and our future. This year’s theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Food and a Better Future,” resonates deeply with our mahi at Kaibosh, where food is more than just sustenance — it’s the foundation…

Every crate of food we rescue for people in our communities is a win for people and the planet. We know food waste is a problem in our warming world – but just how big a problem? The global Food Waste Index Report 2024 compiled by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) found that a…

A celebration of comfort food that cares for community We're bringing a community feast with a purpose to Visa Wellington On a Plate as a finale event for the month-long food festival. Teaming up with our friends at Everybody Eats, we're aiming to serve up 2,000 bowls of mac ‘n’ cheese in one big day…

Abandoned Taproom Petone X Kaibosh Lower Hutt friends — this one’s for you! We’ve teamed up with our mates at Abandoned Taproom Petone for a Burger Wellington collab between 4-24 August that’s stacked with flavour and purpose. And, if you love quiz nights come along to Buns & Brains: Quiz Night for Kaibosh on 14…

We had big plans for May 1st — a shared meal and conversation about kai, climate, community in Pōneke to launch the 2025 Kaibosh Annual Appeal. “Kai for our people, our climate, our future” was an event designed for connection, kai and kōrero, featuring a seasonal three-course dinner by Everybody Eats and important conversation led…

Banana Boxes to the Rescue At Kaibosh, we’re used to thinking outside the (banana) box. As demand for food support rises and traditional funding sources remain uncertain, we need more than just good systems —we need creative energy, strong partnerships and more people chipping in to help our food rescue mission. That’s why we’re thrilled…

The Chamber Pot Pourri performance for Kaibosh The Long Hall, Roseneath, Saturday 3 May, 5-6:30pm 🎵 Join us for an afternoon of beautiful music and community spirit! 🎵

"Kai for our people, our climate, our future" Special dinner event with guest speakers, fundraising for Kaibosh's Annual Appeal. Join Emily King, Moko Morris, Dr Ganesh Ahirao in conversation with Kaibosh about our food system - all while we share a delicious seasonal meal together. Thursday 1 May, 6 - 9 pm Level 1/ 60 Dixon…

Zero food poverty - will we ever get there? You may have heard our vision statement at Kaibosh: Zero Food Poverty, Zero Food Waste. Sixteen and a half years ago, as Aotearoa’s first dedicated food rescue charity, we set this vision to guide our mahi. A question we often hear is: Are we there yet? The short…

Rescuing Food, Nourishing Communities  At Kaibosh Food Rescue, our mission revolves around ensuring that everyone has access to fresh, nutritious food while working tirelessly to reduce food waste. Central to this mahi (work) is our incredible team of volunteers, who dedicate their time and energy to carefully inspecting and sorting all rescued kai (food) that…