Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation
Overview
A private philanthropic trust established in 2020 that acts as a strategic, high-risk profile investor. It focuses on providing catalytic capital to initiatives and companies addressing environmental issues (like climate change, biodiversity, and waste) and social challenges in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The foundation is funded by 100% of the profits from the business Tax Management New Zealand (TMNZ) and engages in both impact investments and strategic charitable giving.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
whakatupuaotearoa.org.nzInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starboard Maritime Intelligence | Sep 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Critical. | Dec 2023 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Starboard Maritime Intelligence | Sep 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation based?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is headquartered in New Zealand.
When was Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation founded?
Founding year information for Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation have?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Starboard Maritime Intelligence, Critical., Starboard Maritime Intelligence.
What was Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's most recent investment shown here?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Starboard Maritime Intelligence in 2025.
What sectors does Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation focus on?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation focuses on Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation focus on?
Whakatupu Aotearoa Foundation typically invests at the Early stage.