Climate and Nature-Positive Philanthropy: Where funding is flowing, what’s working and what’s missing.

Join an inspiring panel of wāhine toa working at the forefront of climate philanthropy, investment, and research as they explore the current landscape of climate-positive funding in Aotearoa. Together, they will share insights into where funding is flowing, where critical gaps remain, and the opportunities emerging for philanthropy to catalyse transformative change.

Featuring:

• Esther Whitehead – Climate Lead, FCCA

• Pip Wheaton – Co-founder, The Climatics

• Izzy Fenwick – CEO, Climate Foundation

• Lani Evans – CEO, Fundsorter

• Rebekah Hasloch – Researcher, FCCA 

• Arohanui West- Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuarā

Drawing on their collective experience across funding, climate innovation, philanthropy, and research, this panel will unpack the trends shaping climate finance in Aotearoa in 2026 

This conversation is for funders, philanthropists, investors, community leaders, and anyone interested in understanding how philanthropy can help build a more resilient, equitable, and climate-positive future for Aotearoa. The session will conclude with dedicated time for pātai, discussion, and kōrero, creating space for participants to share perspectives, challenge assumptions, and explore how we can collectively strengthen climate action through funding and investment.