Become a Supporter

Business Mentors New Zealand is a charitable trust that relies heavily on funding support from businesses and organisations to deliver the volunteer mentoring service.

Our founding Chairman of Trustees, the late Sir James Fletcher, believed that private enterprise should be prepared to take the initiative in dealing with problem situations and not just look to Government to fund assistance.  He felt strongly that companies that demonstrated good social responsibility and became involved in services like ours that support the community would be more highly regarded by their employees, who in return would demonstrate their regard through greater productivity, loyalty and commitment.

Our focus, through our 1,600 volunteer mentors (who provide their experience, skill and knowledge free of charge), is on developing individual capabilities, competencies, skills and understanding and the creation and retention of employment. 

Much of our funding is provided by private sector Patron sponsors who believe in contributing to the greater community through the improved generation of wealth and employment.

As an organisation we believe there is a strong link between the health of small business, the alleviation of hardship and the standard of living in the community.

There are various levels of Patronage available with a range of associated leverage opportunities, and funding can be in cash or in-kind products or services.

All our Patrons play a key role in ensuring a healthy small business sector exists in the New Zealand economy. We thank them for their support.

To discuss becoming a Patron sponsor of Business Mentors New Zealand please contact Ray Schofield, Chief Executive, Ray.Schofield@bmnz.org.nz or phone 09 523 0110.