Not just volunteers but Heroes on their journey to CONNECT - AMPLIFY - CREATE CHANGE
CONNECT
We connect families with different abilities
AMPLIFY
We amplify children's superpowers
CREATE CHANGE
We create change by working collaboratively
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Nau mai, haere mai. Welcome to Cheekee Hero Charity
CONNECT - AMPLIFY - CREATE CHANGE
Cheekee Hero is a whānau-led grassroots charity.
We are dedicated to celebrating, supporting, and raising awareness of tamariki (children), rangatahi (teenagers), and their whānau (families) with different abilities. Our mission is to harness the power of storytelling as a superpower that supports the health and well-being outcomes of children and youth facing significant health issues.
Our impact is driven by our super robot named Cheekee, who inspires children to recognise that neurodiversity, disability, and illness can change the world for the better. Through the kindness, resilience, and joy of all children, Cheekee grows stronger and is fueled by the positive impact our community creates.
Our tagline, CONNECT - AMPLIFY - CREATE CHANGE, represents our core values and mission. We strive to connect families with different abilities, amplify their unique strengths, and create meaningful change through collaborative partnerships with other charities, organisations, and individuals.
Through our work, we empower and champion tamariki and rangatahi with different abilities, and their whānau, to reach their full potential and achieve their dreams. Join us in creating a world where everyone is celebrated and supported for their differences, and where the power of storytelling helps us all thrive.
Lets all make CHANGE funner!
Our Projects
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Education AWWA
We've partnered with AWWA to become part of a collective of champion advocates.
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Education AUT Bachelor of Creative Technologies
New Zealand's most innovative bachelor's programme and Cheekee Hero is providing creative opportunities for students.
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Community Out Reach A Cheekee Run
Ōrākei School gold supporter of Cheekee Hero Fun Run.
Do Good
Sponsor
Want to make a real difference in the lives of our Superheroes and their whānau (families)? Jump onboard and share in the fun by supporting the mahi (work) we do in the community.
Shop
Our Cheekee Hero merchandise is here! Keep an eye out for our PRE-ORDER drops. With every item you purchase, the very same item can be gifted directly to our Superheroes!
Rewardhub
Rewardhub lets you earn free donations by doing everyday online shopping from their Rewardhub page and supporing Cheekee Hero Charity at the same time!
Lox Box
Become a Champion and help Cheekee Hero fill our Lox Box's with some out of this world goodies that will fill our Superheroes hearts with so much joy!
Everyone
Stories can heal, inspire and change lives. We're on a mission to share those stories and drive systemic change.
Get the scoop on our socials (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Linkedin) @cheekeehero
We'd love to learn your story.
Let's Connect
Better Together
Cheekee Hero is our legacy to connect whānau (families); amplify their voices and inspire change.
Our hope for every family facing hardship, by connecting with each other to create meaningful change, we will transform adversity to joy.
(NZ Registered Charity - CC58264)
Our Story
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"I was introduced to Cheekee Hero, as part of my project and placemaking work for the Orakei Local Board, supporting local community groups with their projects. Jazz and her whanau are an inspiration, not only in meeting their own challenges, but with their passion and energy to help and make a difference to other families on the same journey. It was wonderful seeing the local Community supporting Cheekee Hero, fundraising to give back to the Child Cancer Foundation, by volunteering for the National Street Appeal - it was an awesome day! It is a pleasure and a privilege to support Cheekee Hero on this and other projects as they continue to shine a light on child cancer. Glow gold!"
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Donate
We aim to create a world where children with different abilities can thrive and reach their full potential.
Our hope is to empower these tamariki and rangatahi to become the heroes of their own stories, to celebrate their unique talents and perspectives, and to inspire others to join us in our quest for a more inclusive and compassionate world. Together, we can create a brighter future for all tamariki and rangatahi, regardless of their abilities or health status.
We would love to have you join our Cheekee Hero whānau through a donation to support our kaupapa (cause).
Please know that your donation is allocated purposefully so that we are able to connect superpowers, amplify inclusion and create a collective movement of collaboration (and does not go to any admin costs).
