Burnett Foundation Aotearoa

What Burnett Foundation Aotearoa does

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa is a New Zealand-registered charitable trust (Charity # CC22230, founded 1988, rebranded from the New Zealand AIDS Memorial Quilt in 2022) headquartered in St Mary's Bay, Auckland, that pursues a stated goal of zero HIV transmission in Aotearoa by 2030. It serves primarily gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, the wider LGBTQ+ and takatāpui communities, people living with HIV, and the healthcare workforce, operating exclusively within New Zealand. Core service lines include free condoms and lube (including a subscription model and the Pūkoro Ure Fit Kit), HIV and STI self-test kits distributed by discreet mail, PrEP and PEP education and provider navigation via HealthPoint-mapped pharmacies, DoxyPEP education, Mpox vaccine awareness, free individual and group counselling, digital tools (HIV risk estimator, testing frequency calculator, STI notification message generator), workforce development modules for primary care, and life-with-HIV support resources.

The organization does not operate proprietary technology platforms; its digital surface is an informational website, a donation portal (Raisely), and basic interactive tools. All user-facing services are provided free of charge, and the organization is funded entirely through donations and charitable contributions processed via Stripe, Raisely, Payments2Us and EziDebit, plus community fundraising campaigns such as Sweat with Pride (4,000+ participants, NZ$605,000 raised in 2024). It is governed by a board of trustees, operates under a kaupapa framework and trust deed, and complies with the NZ Privacy Act 2020 and Health Information Privacy Code 2020.

Name

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa

Legal name

Burnett Foundation

Website

https://burnettfoundation.org.nz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa is a New Zealand charity providing free HIV prevention, sexual health, counselling and education services to LGBTQ+ and takatāpui communities, funded entirely through donations and operating exclusively within New Zealand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Health Services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Sexual Health & STI/HIV Prevention Health Departments (HLAJAAAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy Organizations (BPAGAFAE)

Keywords

• HIV prevention services
• Sexual health education
• LGBTQ+ community health
• Free STI testing
• Community health charity

Headquarters

HQ city

Auckland

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Funding: Burnett Foundation Aotearoa operates as a charitable organization (Charity # CC22230) funded primarily through donations. The organization runs fundraising campaigns such as Sweat with Pride and accepts donations through Raisely platform. No revenue-generating products or services are sold to end users.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa is a New Zealand charitable trust that provides free HIV and STI prevention, testing, education, and support services to LGBTQ+ and takatāpui communities. Its core offerings include a free nationwide condom and lube subscription, HIV and STI self-test kits, the Pūkoro Ure condom fit kit, free individual and group counselling, PrEP/PEP/DoxyPEP information and access tools, sexual health education content, and workforce development training for primary care providers.

Product overview

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa operates as a public health organization providing a comprehensive suite of HIV and sexual health services for the LGBTQ+ community in New Zealand. The core offerings include free HIV and STI self-testing kits, a free condom and lube subscription service with four size options and automatic resending, the Pūkoro Ure condom fit kit for finding the right size, PrEP and PEP access information with provider finder maps, DoxyPEP for STI prevention, and free counselling services. These are complemented by digital tools including an HIV risk estimator, testing frequency calculator, and STI notification message generator. The organization also provides extensive sexual health education resources covering topics from anal sex to consent, and support services for people living with HIV including treatment information and community connection. The organization utilizes third-party payment processors (Stripe, Raisely, Payments2Us, EziDebit) for its donation and purchase processing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HIV & STI Self-Test Kit Program Distribution of free HIV and STI self-test kits shipped in discreet packaging with simple instructions for at-home testing, accompanied by information about testing frequency and risk-assessment tools. Targeted at individuals in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men.
• Free Condom & Lube Subscription Free nationwide condom and lube subscription allowing users to choose from four sizes, delivered discreetly anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand, with automatic resending every 1-6 months. Targeted at individuals in New Zealand seeking HIV and STI prevention tools.
• Free Counselling Services Free individual and group counselling services for mental health and wellbeing support, offered online with face-to-face options in certain locations. Bookings made through the foundation's website for group or individual sessions. Targeted at community members in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Pūkoro Ure Condom Fit Kit Free condom sizing kit containing seven different condom sizes with lube, mailed to users to help them find the right fit for their body. Targeted at individuals in Aotearoa New Zealand seeking the correct condom fit.
• PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) Education & Access Service Educational resources, provider-finder map, and pharmacy stockist listings for PrEP — a daily pill that prevents HIV. Helps users locate PrEP-friendly doctors and pharmacies. Targeted at HIV-negative individuals in Aotearoa New Zealand seeking HIV prevention medication.
• PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) Access Service Educational content and pharmacy map for PEP, an emergency pill for HIV prevention after potential exposure. Available through partnered pharmacies with a stockist map for locations. Targeted at individuals who may have been exposed to HIV in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• DoxyPEP (Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) Education Campaign Education and information campaign on DoxyPEP, an STI prevention tool using doxycycline to reduce chances of acquiring syphilis and chlamydia after potential exposure. Targeted at sexually active individuals in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly within the GBM community.
• Mpox Vaccine Information Service Information resources about mpox (monkeypox), including vaccine availability, symptoms, transmission, and treatment; details on the JYNNEOS vaccine which is available for free in New Zealand. Targeted at community members in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Life with HIV Support Resources Resources and support for people living with HIV, including recently diagnosed information, living-with-HIV guides, treatments, immigration advice, and community connection. Targeted at individuals diagnosed with HIV in Aotearoa New Zealand, including immigration-related queries.
• Workforce Development Training Online learning modules and downloadable resources for primary care providers, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals on HIV, PrEP, and LGBTQ+-competent sexual health care. Targeted at primary care providers, pharmacists, and allied healthcare workers in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free condoms, testing kits, and counselling services provided to community members
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HealthPointcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHealthPoint partnership provides pharmacy location mapping for PrEP and PEP stockists across New Zealand. This distribution partnership ensures community access to HIV prevention medications through an accessible online directory.
• New Zealand Sexual Health ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral and collaboration with sexual health clinics across New Zealand for STI testing, treatment, and healthcare services. Mentioned in resources and referral pathways.
• Sweat with Pride ParticipantscoreOthersCommunity fundraising campaign engaging over 4,000 participants who raised $605,000 for LGBTQ+ and takatāpui wellbeing in 2024. Movement-based fundraising initiative.
• LGBTQ+ Community OrganizationsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced partnerships with organizations like Outline, RainbowYOUTH, Gender Minorities Aotearoa, and InsideOUT Kōaro for referral pathways and community support coordination.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• RainbowYOUTH: A New Zealand charity supporting LGBTQ+ young people through peer support, education and advocacy. Shares Burnett Foundation's LGBTQ+ and takatāpui audience and is referenced as a referral partner.
• Gender Minorities Aotearoa: A New Zealand organisation supporting transgender, non-binary and intersex communities with resources, education and advocacy. Comparable as a NZ LGBTQ+ nonprofit and an active referral partner for Burnett Foundation.
• Outline Aotearoa: A New Zealand organisation providing specialist counselling and support for LGBTQ+ people. Overlapping target audience and complementary services, with explicit referral partnership with Burnett Foundation for sexual health and HIV support.

Broad incumbents

• Avert: An international HIV/AIDS information and education charity producing global sexual health content and resources. Comparable in mission (HIV education, prevention, anti-stigma) but operates globally rather than delivering on-the-ground services.
• Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations: Australia's national peak body for the HIV community sector, coordinating HIV policy, prevention and advocacy across member organisations. Comparable as a broader regional HIV umbrella, while Burnett Foundation is a single-country operational provider.

Direct peers

• Positive Women Inc: A New Zealand organisation providing peer support, advocacy and resources for women and families living with HIV. Operates in the same NZ HIV nonprofit ecosystem and supports a subset of Burnett Foundation's 'Life with HIV' mission.
• San Francisco AIDS Foundation: A US-based HIV/AIDS nonprofit offering free HIV/STI testing, PrEP linkage, syringe access, housing support and sexual health education. Highly comparable service mix and community-led delivery model.
• ACON: ACON is Australia's largest LGBTQ+ health organisation, delivering HIV prevention, sexual health services, testing and community-led programmes across New South Wales and nationally. Directly comparable to Burnett Foundation as a community-led HIV/STI prevention charity targeting LGBTQ+ and MSM populations.
• Body Positive Inc: A long-standing New Zealand peer-support organisation for people living with HIV. Operates in the same NZ HIV community-services space and is frequently a referral partner for Burnett Foundation.
• Terrence Higgins Trust: The UK's leading HIV and sexual health charity, providing testing, prevention (PrEP/PEP), counselling and education, and campaigning on HIV-related stigma. Closely comparable mission and service mix to Burnett Foundation Aotearoa.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/burnettfoundationaotearoa
• Facebookfacebook.com/BurnettAotearoa
• Instagraminstagram.com/burnettaotearoa
• TikToktiktok.com/@burnettaotearoa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/burnettfoundation

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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