Mockingbird

What a Community Group Fund is

A Community Group Fund with the Acorn Foundation offers a meaningful and sustainable way to support a local charity for the long term. When you donate to a fund of this kind, your gift is invested alongside others. Each year, a portion of the investment returns is distributed to the organisation, while the original capital remains intact and continues working in perpetuity.

For Mockingbird, this dependable structure means they receive a reliable stream of income year after year. That stability enables them to plan ahead with confidence, to provide consistent, values-based support for neurodiverse tamariki and their whānau, invest in skilled staff and volunteers, and nurture a safe, inclusive environment that celebrates every child for who they are.

About Mockingbird

“Mockingbird has been a saving grace for our whānau. Before coming here, I had major concerns about my son’s wellbeing. My son’s confidence and wellbeing have grown so much since coming here. The team provide a safe haven that’s rare and incredibly valuable.” — Mockingbird parent

Mockingbird seeks to improve the wellbeing of neurodiverse children and their families by offering a values-based, community-led alternative to traditional services. The organisation fosters connection, reduces isolation, and supports intergenerational growth and resilience.

Based in Tauranga, Mockingbird provides a consistent, welcoming environment where tamariki can be themselves and thrive, and where parents find understanding, empathy, and a sense of community. Within this safe space, children and young people grow in confidence, build friendships, and develop a sense of belonging, surrounded by people who celebrate them for who they are.

Families often describe Mockingbird as a lifeline — a place of acceptance, safety, and support.

“Our son is more joyful and confident meeting others. Mockingbird has given him a place beyond home where he feels accepted, belongs, and can truly be himself.” — Mockingbird parent

By supporting the Mockingbird Community Group Fund, you’re helping ensure this vital, inclusive community continues to flourish, creating a world where neurodiverse tamariki and their families feel valued, connected, and free to thrive.