Caring for communities

At Sanitarium, we believe wholesome food should come with a generous side serving of hope. That’s why for more than 125 years, we’ve been committed to supporting people and communities in need, working alongside national and local charity partners to help build long term food and nutrition security.

14 million+

serves donated last year to ease food insecurity across Australia and New Zealand.

500,000+

Kiwi Kids have participated in the Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon since 1992.

200,000+

breakfasts served each week across 1,500 schools, helping Kiwi kids to fuel their day.

Partnerships that make a difference

Through partnerships with organisations such as New Zealand Food Network, Christmas Box and ADRA, we help ensure New Zealanders' communities have access to nourishing food, comfort, and essential support during tough times and disaster.

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Whole person health for generations

At Sanitarium, we’re also investing in the next generation by empowering children to understand the impact of healthy food choices and active lifestyles. From our Sanitarium Weet-Bix KidsTRYathon, the KickStart Breakfast programme with partners Fonterra and the Ministry of Social Development, to community meals and crisis support, we work together to create healthier futures for families and children who need it most.

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Helping build stronger communities

Whether responding to local community needs or contributing to, disaster relief when it matters, our purpose remains the same - to help all people live a healthier life. That’s why our support of so many local food pantries and community meals across New Zealand is a critical part of what we do. We believe everyone deserves the choice to live well, and that starts with having access to healthy food.

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Nourishing the next generation of Kiwi kids with KickStart Breakfast

Nourishing the next generation of Kiwi kids with KickStart Breakfast
Celebrating over a decade of Giving with Christmas Box

Celebrating over a decade of Giving with Christmas Box
The Sanitairum Weet-Bix TRYathlon and decades of community participation

The Sanitairum Weet-Bix TRYathlon and decades of community participation

Together with our partners, we’re committed to serving goodness and strengthening communities today, tomorrow and for years to come.

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