North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust

What North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust does

North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust is a private, non-profit membership organisation and registered charitable trust headquartered in Albany, Auckland, New Zealand, established on 18 May 1995 by a group of North Shore business people. Its stated mission is to promote the North Harbour region, enable networking among local business establishments, and distribute grants to outstanding youth through its flagship AIMES Youth Excellence Awards program (Arts, Innovation, Music, Education & STEM, Sport) for ages 13–25. The Trust operates a small core team of nine staff led by General Manager Erin Marmont and President Murray Lockwood, governed by a Board of Trustees with Patron Gary Monk ONZM.

The organisation runs a portfolio of recurring programs: the AIMES Youth Excellence Awards (six Excellence winners at $15,000 each plus a Supreme Award totaling $30,000; five Emerging Talent Awards at $7,500 each; ten Scholarship Awards at $3,000 each — with a Ross Finlayson leadership award attached), the BEN (Business Excellence Network) Breakfast Series featuring high-profile speakers, two annual Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunches at North Harbour Stadium drawing 300–500 guests, an annual North Harbour Business Hall of Fame, and the Next Gen (Under 40s) networking program. The AIMES Winners Network (AWN) maintains an alumni community with overseas functions in the UK and USA.

Revenue is generated through six membership tiers ranging from $300+GST (Next Gen) to $2,700+GST (Corporate), event ticket sales (BEN Breakfast individual $69, AIMES Gala tables of 10 at $3,500+GST, Lawn Bowls Championships at $35–$45+GST), and a six-tier sponsorship program (Diamond through Supplier) with 30+ corporate partners including Lexus of North Shore, BNZ, ANZ, Westpac, ASB, Milford Asset Management, AUT Millennium, Kristin School, and CMP Construction. Membership acquisition is referral-gated, requiring nomination by two existing members and Trust Board approval. Since inception, the Club has distributed over $3.4 million in grants to North Harbour youth, positioning it as one of the largest donors to individuals in New Zealand.

Name

North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust

Legal name

North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust

Website

https://northharbourclub.co.nz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust is a 1995-founded Auckland-based non-profit membership organisation and charitable trust that runs the AIMES Youth Excellence Awards program and networking events (BEN Breakfasts, Lexus Charity Lunches) for North Harbour business professionals and youth aged 13–25.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Membership Organization / Charitable Trust Services

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Grantmaking and Giving Services (8132), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Foundations (BPAGAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Scholarship & Fellowship Foundations and Trusts (EDADAHAC)

Keywords

• Community membership networking
• Charitable trust grants
• Youth excellence awards
• Regional business networking
• Corporate sponsorship events

Headquarters

HQ city

Albany, Auckland

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from corporate, partner, individual, Next Gen, Alumni, and VLSM members provide recurring revenue stream.
2. Event Revenue: Ticket sales for BEN Breakfasts ($69), Lexus Lunches, AIMES Awards Gala Dinner (Table of 10 for $3,500+GST, Individual $350+GST), Lawn Bowls Championships, and other networking events generate event-based revenue.
3. Sponsorship & Charitable Donations: Sponsors at Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Supplier tiers provide financial and in-kind support. The Club has distributed over $3.4 million in grants to youth since inception, funded through sponsorships and donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust operates a member-funded community membership organization and registered charitable trust serving the North Harbour region of Auckland, New Zealand. Its core offerings are tiered annual memberships and recurring networking/recognition events (BEN Breakfasts, Lexus Charity Lunches, Next Gen, Business Hall of Fame), with proceeds and sponsorships funding the AIMES Youth Excellence Awards program that distributes grants to outstanding young people aged 13–25 across Arts, Innovation, Music, Education & STEM, Sport, and Service/Sustainability categories. Since 1995 the Trust has distributed over NZ$3.4 million in youth grants through this combined membership-events-charity model.

Product overview

North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust operates as a community organization offering a portfolio of membership tiers and networking programs. The core offering includes the AIMES Youth Excellence Awards program, which provides grants to outstanding youth in Arts, Innovation, Music, Education & STEM, Sport, and Service/Sustainability. Supporting programs include the BEN Breakfast Series, Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunches, Next Gen Under 40s networking group, and the North Harbour Business Hall of Fame. Members can choose from Corporate, Partner Plus+, Individual/Standard, Next Gen, and Alumni membership tiers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AIMES Youth Excellence Awards Annual awards program recognizing outstanding young people aged 13–25 in the North Harbour region across Arts, Innovation (Science & Technology), Music, Education & STEM, Sport, and Service/Sustainability categories. Provides grant funding (Excellence $15,000, Emerging Talent $7,500, Scholarship $3,000, plus Supreme Award additional $15,000).
• BEN (Business Excellence Network) Breakfast Series Five annual networking breakfast events featuring top-tier guest speakers from business, sport, and public life, held at Regatta Bar & Eatery in Takapuna. Individual tickets $69; 2026 Season Pass $325+GST.
• Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunches Two high-profile annual charity lunches held at North Harbour Stadium, attracting 300–500 guests with guest speakers, raffles, and charity auctions. Title-sponsored by Lexus of North Shore at the Diamond tier.
• North Harbour Business Hall of Fame Annual recognition event honoring business leadership and legacy in the North Harbour region, sponsored by Milford Asset Management as the Arts Award & Hall of Fame sponsor.
• Next Gen (Under 40s) Program Networking sub-program for members under 40 years of age, featuring events such as quiz nights, lawn bowls, driving range sessions, musical bingo, and Q&A sessions. Membership held by the individual at $300+GST per annum.
• North Harbour Club Membership Annual subscription membership offering tiered access for individuals, corporates, and partners to networking events, member-only functions, and Lexus of North Shore Charity Lunch tickets. Tiers include Corporate ($2,700+GST), Partner Plus+ ($1,800+GST), Individual ($600+GST), Next Gen ($300+GST), Alumni ($150+GST first year), and VLSM ($300+GST plus optional donation). Requires nomination by two existing members and Board approval.
• AIMES Winners Network (AWN) Alumni Network Alumni network of past AIMES Youth Excellence Award winners, including gatherings in New Zealand and overseas (UK, USA), keeping past recipients connected with NHC VIPs and fellow high achievers. Sponsored by CMP Construction as the AIMES Winners Network Sponsor.
• Lawn Bowls Championships Annual social networking lawn bowls tournament held at Takapuna Bowling Club. Member $35+GST, non-member $45+GST, team of 4 $170+GST.
• AIMES Awards Gala Dinner Annual AIMES Youth Excellence Awards Gala Dinner at Grand Millennium Hotel, Auckland City, celebrating winners across Arts, Innovation, Music, Education & STEM, Sport, and Service/Sustainability. Tables of 10 at $3,500+GST; individual tickets $350+GST.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $3.4 million in grants to youth since 1995
• +4 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Partnerships

40 partnerships are on record, tiered bronze, gold, platinum, diamond, silver, minor and core.

• Tristram EuropeanbronzeGTM or Marketing PartnerTristram European is listed as a Bronze sponsor and BEN Breakfast sponsor, supporting the North Harbour Club's networking and youth excellence initiatives.
• SFS (SFS Private Wealth)goldGTM or Marketing PartnerSFS is a Gold sponsor and the Ross Finlayson Award sponsor, supporting youth with leadership potential to attend Outward Bound Leadership courses.
• RSMplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerRSM is a Platinum sponsor, providing support for Social events and BEN Breakfast sponsorship.
• Kristin SchoolplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerKristin School is the Education Award sponsor, supporting youth excellence in education and STEM fields.
• Waitemata Golf ClubbronzeGTM or Marketing PartnerWaitemata Golf Club is listed as a Bronze sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club.
• Lexus of North ShorediamondGTM or Marketing PartnerLexus of North Shore (members Bob & Mark Jago) is the Diamond Charity Lunch sponsor, hosting two high-quality charity lunches annually that attract 300-500 guests with exceptional speakers.
• CMP ConstructiondiamondGTM or Marketing PartnerCMP Construction is a Diamond sponsor, supporting YEA (Youth Excellence Awards) and serving as Lunch Emcee sponsor.
• BenefitzplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerBenefitz is the Platinum Print, Web & Communication sponsor, providing marketing and communications support to the Club.
• OceanbridgediamondGTM or Marketing PartnerOceanbridge is a Diamond sponsor supporting YEA (Youth Excellence Awards) and Lunch Emcee.
• BNZbronzeGTM or Marketing PartnerBNZ is a Bronze sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club's initiatives.
• Milford Asset ManagementdiamondGTM or Marketing PartnerMilford is a Diamond sponsor, serving as the Arts Award & Hall of Fame sponsor, supporting youth excellence in the arts.
• AUT MillenniumplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerAUT Millennium is the Platinum Sport Award sponsor, supporting youth achievement in sport and physical performance.
• Smales FarmsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerSmales Farm is a Silver sponsor and Social sponsor, supporting networking events and the Next Gen program.
• InterseasilverGTM or Marketing PartnerIntersea is a Silver Supplier sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club.
• Albany ToyotaplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerAlbany Toyota is the Platinum Service to the Community Award sponsor, supporting youth who demonstrate service, impact and sustainability.
• Lipo SachetsplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerLipo Sachets is a Platinum sponsor for YEA Innovation, supporting youth innovation and entrepreneurship.
• AndersenplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerAndersen is the Platinum Emerging Talent Awards sponsor, supporting youth who display considerable promise in their fields.
• ANZsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerANZ is a Silver Social sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club's community initiatives.
• Harcourts Cooper & CogoldGTM or Marketing PartnerHarcourts Cooper & Co is a Gold sponsor and GalaBid sponsor for event auctions and fundraising.
• Golf WarehousegoldGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf Warehouse is a Gold sponsor and AIMES EMCEE sponsor for the awards gala.
• Premium Real EstatesilverGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium Real Estate is a Silver AIMES Entertainment sponsor.
• WestpacsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerWestpac is a Silver BEN Breakfast sponsor supporting the Business Excellence Network breakfast series.
• Schnauer & CosilverGTM or Marketing PartnerSchnauer & Co is a Silver BEN Breakfast sponsor supporting the Business Excellence Network breakfast series.
• Davenports LawsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerDavenports Law is a Silver sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club.
• MiITsilverGTM or Marketing PartnerMiIT is the Silver IT Support sponsor for the North Harbour Club.
• ASB BankbronzeGTM or Marketing PartnerASB Bank is a Bronze sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club.
• Naylor LovebronzeGTM or Marketing PartnerNaylor Love is a Bronze sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club.
• Vantage Windows & DoorsplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerVantage Windows & Doors (North Shore) is the Platinum Scholarship Award sponsor, supporting youth aged 13-18 with $3,000 grants.
• NZ FundssilverGTM or Marketing PartnerNZ Funds is a Silver BEN Breakfast sponsor supporting the Business Excellence Network breakfast series.
• MSCbronzeGTM or Marketing PartnerMSC is a Bronze sponsor supporting the North Harbour Club.
• Auckland ConventionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAuckland Conventions is a Supplier sponsor providing venue and event services.
• Carve MeatminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCarve Meat is a Supplier sponsor providing catering support.
• EuroVintageminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEuroVintage is a Supplier sponsor providing beverage services.
• LAV (Livewire AV)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLAV (Livewire AV) is a Supplier sponsor providing audio-visual equipment and services.
• Street OrganicsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStreet Organics is a Supplier sponsor providing catering services.
• Regatta Bar & EateryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegatta Bar & Eatery is a Supplier sponsor and venue host for BEN Breakfasts at Takapuna.
• CMP Construction - Award Winners Network SponsorcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCMP Construction sponsors the AIMES Winners Network (AWN/Alumni), organizing gatherings throughout the year to keep past award winners connected with NHC VIPs and fellow high achievers.
• AlvariumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAlvarium sponsors the Ross Finlayson Award for youth leadership development.
• Bridgewest (now AFT Pharmaceuticals/Lipo-Sachets)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerBridgewest (now AFT Pharmaceuticals) supports YEA Innovation (Science, Technology & Enterprise) awards.
• Yamaha Home EntertainmentcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerYamaha Home Entertainment sponsors the Music Award for excellence in musical performance.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Graeme Dingle Foundation: NZ-wide youth development charity that runs programs and awards supporting young people in education, leadership, and life skills, with corporate sponsorship and regional chapter operations. Highly comparable to North Harbour Club's regional youth excellence focus and corporate sponsorship model.
• JR McKenzie Trust: Established NZ grantmaking foundation supporting community initiatives and youth development. Comparable as a NZ grantmaking trust with a mission-driven, philanthropic structure similar to the North Harbour Club's Charitable Trust.
• Acorn Foundation: Tauranga/Western Bay of Plenty community foundation managing endowment funds and distributing grants to local youth and community causes. Closely comparable to North Harbour Club & Charitable Trust as a regional NZ grantmaking foundation supporting youth excellence.
• Rotary New Zealand: NZ arm of Rotary International, a service club organization combining business networking with community grants and youth programs. Comparable to North Harbour Club's dual mission of business networking and charitable grantmaking to youth.
• The Lion Foundation: Major NZ charitable trust that distributes grants to community organizations and individuals nationwide. Comparable to North Harbour Club's Charitable Trust grantmaking function, though at significantly larger national scale.
• Trust Waikato: Regional NZ community foundation that manages endowment funds and distributes grants to local projects and youth causes in the Waikato region. Closely comparable to North Harbour Club's regional grantmaking model, just in a different NZ region.
• Variety - the Children's Charity (NZ): New Zealand charity that provides grants and direct support to individual children and youth facing disadvantage, comparable to the North Harbour Club's AIMES Youth Excellence Awards grantmaking model. Both operate as grantmaking organizations funding individual young people in NZ.
• The Northern Club: Historic Auckland private business and social club providing networking, dining, and event facilities to professional members. Comparable to North Harbour Club as a member-led business networking club operating in the Auckland region.
• Lions Clubs New Zealand: NZ branch of Lions Clubs International, a community service organization with local chapters that run fundraising events and grant programs. Comparable to North Harbour Club's combination of membership meetings, events, and charitable grants to individuals.
• The Auckland Club: Long-established Auckland business and social club with membership-based networking, dining, and event programming. Directly comparable to North Harbour Club's private business club structure and member-driven networking model, though serving broader Auckland.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles7 records

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