Welcome to the Wellington City Mission

The Wellington City Mission has been supporting people and families in the Wellington region for over 120 years.

The Mission offers support through a range of services. Our services include transitional housing, food support through our Social Supermarket, and a comprehensive and integrated network of support services based at Whakamaru in Mount Cook.

We are are open to anyone who needs assistance, regardless of circumstance or background. We strive to deliver our services in a mana-enhancing way, to contribute to the empowerment, transformation, and fullness of life for those we serve, so that together, we can create positive outcomes.

We welcome support from our community to enable us to continue to provide our services free of charge.

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Latest

Media Release: Whakamaru – One Year of Impact

The Wellington City Mission Celebrates One Year of Whakamaru & Shares Impact Stats The Wellington City Mission is delighted to celebrate the first anniversary of Whakamaru, which opened its doors… Read more »

Whakamaru First Birthday Event: Saturday 1st November

Whakamaru is turning one, and we’d love for you to celebrate with us! On Saturday November 1st, we’ll be turning Oxford Terrace into our own little festival with food stalls,… Read more »

“It’s excellent knowing I have the right people around me.”

An ex-resident at Te Pā Pori, John has now found a home of his own – and a new lease of life here in Wellington. He shares his story, and… Read more »