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Kia ora and welcome to the Winter 2026 edition of Caring Kai!

We’re pleased to bring you a fresh collection of stories, updates, and inspiration—showing the meaningful difference your support continues to make across Aotearoa. Together, we’re nourishing futures and strengthening communities.

Here’s what you’ll find in this edition:

• At the Table – Dives into one of our stories for our Winter Appeal 
• Nourishing Connections – See why we still need your support
• Soul Food – Try out the latest winter recipe  'Tomato and Basil Soup' with whānau and friends.
• Te Kai Mākona – Read about how Kapiti has created a space that naturally fosters connection and conversation between staff, volunteers and the local community. 

At the Table - Our Winter Appeal Story

Tonight, many people across Aotearoa will go without both a safe place to sleep and reliable access to food—moving between cars, couches, and overcrowded spaces, unsure of what tomorrow will bring.

Families like Jack* and Tula* know this instability all too well. Once struggling to find both shelter and enough kai for their children, your support has helped them move into a warm home with food on the table and a chance to start again.

The Winter Appeal is underway with August seeing The Foodbank Project adding in its requests for food support.

Keep your eyes peeled on The Foodbank Project to see how you can help support people with food this Winter.

Read how your support is helping turn uncertainty into stability and hope.

Te Kai Mākona- Creating Connection, Care, and Community in Kāpiti

Since launching its Social Market in November 2025, the Kāpiti team—led by Christoph and Entela—has focused on creating more than just a place to access food. They have now intentionally built a welcoming, respectful space where every person feels valued, which we think is good way to highlight how your support has enabled them to create this space.

This thoughtful environment fosters connection encourages conversation and strengthens belonging across the community.