About Charities Services
We promote public trust and confidence in the charitable sector and encourage the effective use of charitable resources.
The role of Charities Services
Charities Services, Ngā Ratonga Kaupapa Atawhai, regulates registered charities to support public trust and confidence in the charitable sector.Find out more
Charities Registration Board/Te Rātā Atawhai
Updated 10 November 2025 Te Rātā Atawhai, the Charities Registration Board, is an independent body which makes decisions about registering or deregistering charities.Find out more