Give a lifesaving gift – donate now
Dogwatch is a totally self-funded, registered charitable trust. We receive no government or council funding. This means we rely entirely on the generous donations of our supporters and our own fundraising efforts. Every donation – no matter what amount – is gratefully received and makes a huge difference.
Here are some ways you can donate to us (click on headings to read more):
Internet bank transfer
Anytime you’d like to make a donation, you can deposit it directly into our bank account.
Bank: Westpac
Name: Dogwatch Sanctuary Trust
Account: 03-0814-0175483-00
Reference: Your name and phone number
If you’d like a receipt, please contact us.
Donate via your pay
Payroll giving is an easy and tax efficient way to support us. It allows you to make regular contributions directly from your pay and automatically receive a tax credit of 33c for every dollar you donate. So if you donate $10 directly through your pay, you’ll receive an automatic tax credit of $3.33. Dogwatch gets the full $10 but it only costs you $6.66.
Payroll giving is a scheme administered by employers in New Zealand that allows employees to make regular donations to approved charities. More information about payroll giving, and how to start donating, is available here on the IRD’s website.
Donate at the adoption centre or our variety shop
You can donate in person at the adoption centre or at our variety shop in New Brighton. We’d love to thank you in person. Here’s how to find us.
Give the gift of a second chance
Looking for the perfect gift for the dog-lovers in your life? Make a donation in the name of that person and we’ll send them a card acknowledging your contribution in their name. You can buy a card in our merchandise area.
Donate items we need
We’re always grateful for the following items:
- Dog food and treats
- Dog toys
- Dog collars (all sizes)
- Wool or polar fleece blankets (washed please)
- Most dog-related items, in good usable condition
- Quality new products and vouchers for raffle prizes
You can drop any of these items off at the adoption centre.