Gumboot Friday charity to receive government funding until 2026

Thursday 24 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 24 Jul 2025, 12:23pm

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The charity Gumboot Friday will continue to receive government funding through to 2026. Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey stated the initiative assists thousands of young people in accessing mental health support more quickly.

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1. RNZThu 24 Jul 2025, 10:26am

   Controversial charity Gumboot Friday gets another year's government funding (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesThu 24 Jul 2025, 12:23pm

   Controversial charity gets fresh government funding (opens in new tab)