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Together we can create warm, healthy homes

Together with you and Genesis, we can create warm, healthy homes.


By donating today, Genesis pledges to match contributions made to Habitat for Humanity Northern, as well as our counterparts, Community Energy Action – Christchurch, and Sustainability Trust – Wellington. Your donations between April 28, 2024, and June 27, 2024, will be matched by Genesis, up to a total of $100,000.

Since its establishment, the Habitat Curtain Bank has been actively engaged in cutting, sewing, and repurposing curtains for free to thousands of low-income individuals and whānau.

Research shows that well fitted curtains are effective at reducing heat loss. This not only helps keep a home warm and healthy, but also greatly helps with reducing energy bills. Many families, particularly living in rental properties cannot afford to buy good quality curtains, and landlords are not required to fit them. The Habitat Curtain Bank exists to help support these families.

The demand for this essential service has been steadily increasing, with an average of more than 5,500 curtains installed annually, enabling families to have warmer, healthier homes.