Raise funds for your school, club or charity.
We love a good cause — and we make it easy for eligible community groups to join us for a nominal site fee. Here's what you need to know.
A fair go for everyone raising funds.
Unfortunately we've had stallholders in the past who claimed to be fundraising with no evidence they actually were. Anyone can print an A4 sign at home — so we ask fundraisers to meet a few simple requirements. That way, every eligible group has the best chance of raising some money.
Fundraising means engaging in the organised activity of raising funds to support a cause or campaign, with no personal financial benefit.
Who qualifies as a fundraiser?
We welcome genuine not-for-profit groups. If you fit any of these, we'd love to have you.
You qualify
Funds raised for a common project for a sports club, school or similar — new equipment, trips, etc.
Funds going to a registered charity — SPCA, Starship, Coastguard and similar.
An individual representing New Zealand overseas.
We may ask for a letter from the charity or organisation as evidence.
You don't qualify
Commercial fundraisers — individuals or companies being paid or taking a commission from the charity.
Political fundraising, unless the entity is a registered charity with the Charities Commission.
"A4 sign" operators — stalls claiming to raise money without verifiable evidence or affiliation.
Our market is run by volunteers giving up Sunday morning from 5am — commercial fundraising runs against the ethos of what we do, so you won't qualify for the benefits a volunteer group enjoys.
Your fundraiser, ready to roll.
How much does a fundraiser pay?
The site fee is a nominal $15.00 per Sunday for an approved fundraiser.
If you turn up as a casual without pre-booking and there's space, the fee will be $30 prepaid at the entrance — the standard casual rate.
What to display on the day
Promotional material from the charity
Sports club or school banner or flag
A highly visible sign explaining what you're fundraising for — no doubt for the public
Your uniform
How often can we come?
Up to six times a year. After that we may charge the standard site rate, and we may ask for evidence that a charity or group has received the funds raised if you attend more than six times in a year.
Can we do a sausage sizzle?
Can we do a sausage sizzle?
Sorry, no. Any cooking on-site is no longer allowed — there are already enough food offerings in and around the market. See the food sellers page for the full rules.
Can we run a cake stall or sell home-baked food to eat later?
Yes, with approval — home-made food that's designed to be eaten later is fine for fundraisers. Get in touch to confirm before your Sunday.
We're running a raffle with trailer prizes — can we bring them?
Sure, no problem — but please contact us first so we can plan your space accordingly.
Can we just turn up?
You can, but you may get turned away because we're full or other fundraisers are already there (and you won't raise as much). As with all casual stallholders, the fee will be $30 prepaid at the entrance. We don't accept block bookings — please register each Sunday separately.
Everything else to know.
Arrive with casuals
Fundraisers set up at the same time as casual stallholders — between 5:30 & 6:00am. Entry via Anzac Road by Bay Flowers.
Bring your own gazebo
You're welcome to bring a gazebo, up to a maximum of 2.5m × 2.5m. No on-site cooking applies to fundraisers too.
Pack down by 12:30pm
The market ends at midday. You need to vacate the area by 12:30pm and ensure all rubbish is removed from your site.
Other terms and conditions are the same as for a standard stallholder — see the information page.
Tell us about your cause.
Drop us a line with your charity, school or club name, a short description of what you're raising funds for, and the Sunday you'd like to attend.