Non-profit organisations

We support non-profit organisations of varying sizes and purposes, to help them choose the right banking solutions to suit their specific needs.

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Reregister your incorporated society

Incorporated societies need to reregister with the Companies Office before April 2026. This is to ensure they can continue to operate as an incorporated society. This new obligation comes under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022.

Types of non-profit organisations

A non-profit organisation is an organisation that returns any profit, property, or benefits to the wider community, and not to individual members. This includes:

  • charities
  • community groups
  • social organisations
  • sports organisations
  • environmental groups
  • religious organisations.

Solutions for organisations of all sizes

Transaction accounts

Our different business transaction accounts are designed to help organisations of varying sizes manage their cash flow and everyday banking.

More on transaction accounts

Savings accounts

Get credit interest on money you put aside now for future expenses. Access your savings when you need to while still earning interest. Or if you’re not intending on making regular withdrawals, choose a savings account that earns higher interest.

About our savings accounts

Taking payments

Our merchant payment options provide fast and secure ways for customers to pay you in store, online, or when you’re running fundraiser events such as street appeals.

More about payment options

Non-profit banking specialist support

Our non-profit banking specialists provide tailored support. They understand the unique challenges non-profit organisations face. Their focus is on making day to day banking easier so you can focus on what matters most - serving your community. Regardless of where you’re located, we have the people to help.

Stay in control of your banking online

Our range of online banking tools including Internet Banking for Business and the Business Banking app, make it easier for you to manage your organisation’s funds 24/7.^

BNZ Foundation

BNZ Foundation is an independent charitable trust. It was established by BNZ in 2022 to accelerate positive change for communities and nature across Aotearoa New Zealand. The focus of the trust is on two areas, our Kaitiakitanga and Manaakitanga principles:

  • Manaaki Taiao — investing in long-term initiatives that regenerate the natural environment through Kaitiakitanga (care for the environment)
  • Manaaki Tangata — helping to improve financial wellbeing for people and communities through Manaakitanga (care for people and communities).
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