He Puāwai Trust

He Kai Kei Aku Ringa

A whanau-led approach to community kai production.

About our mahi

He Puawai Trust has a vision to build resilience in whenua, whānau, and hāpori through restoring and developing sustainable, local food systems.  

We are based in Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai  (Lower Hutt) and our mahi is all about shifting the dial from kai crisis to resilience. We do this by providing opportunities for education and development in kai skills across Te Awa Kairangi, and by shaping community kai hubs alongside partnering food banks and local organizations.

Currently we are focused on supporting kai resilience development in the following communities:
Lower Hutt Central , Stokes Valley, and  Wainuiomata.