We need your help

According to Ministry of Health’s most recent figures on maternity deprivation, out of 58 503 women who gave birth in 2018, 16 705 mothers lived in the most deprived quantile. 

Account name: Bare Necessities

Westpac Albany  03-1391-0105436-000 

We firmly believe that it is up to us as a community to do something about these figures. Mum's wellbeing is just as important as baby's. This is why we have made it our priority to customise our donations according to mothers' needs during pregnancy and postpartum. 

We work with hospitals, women's refuge centres, emergency housing organisations, social workers, budgeting services, foodbanks and other professionals, to ensure that our donations are utilised where they are most needed. We are based in Tāmaki Makaurau but we distribute nationwide. 

With every koha over $5, you can claim back 33%. Please email us at info@barenecessities.co.nz so that we can issue a receipt promptly. 

All donated funds by individuals and businesses are only spent on purchasing donation items for women requiring material assistance, and shipping fees. 

We facilitate a second home for preloved maternity and breastfeeding clothes, intimates and accessories. We also encourage our recipients to return reusable items when and where possible.