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About us

Supporting rangatahi impacted by cancer

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Canteen is the only national charity in Aotearoa dedicated to supporting rangatahi aged 12-24 impacted by cancer with free, evidence-based psychosocial services.

About
Canteen

Around 4,200 rangatahi are impacted by cancer every year in Aotearoa. Rangatahi don’t have to face cancer alone. Canteen is a safe space where rangatahi aged 12-24 impacted by cancer can connect, share the tough stuff, and get a break from cancer.

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News and
Stories

Find the latest news from Canteen Aotearoa, featuring updates on our services, partners, and team, as well as empowering stories from the rangatahi we support.

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Canteen reports and impact

Take a look at the Canteen Aotearoa annual reports and other information about Canteen’s impact.

Rangatahi
Development

Canteen has a proud history of rangatahi leadership, our community was created by rangatahi 35 years ago and is still led by rangatahi today. Canteen is unique in that our Board of Directors includes several Member Directors who were previously supported by Canteen, plus we have incredible Rangatahi Leaders who take on leadership opportunities and share their stories to raise awareness and funds for Canteen.

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Collaborating with

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Get in touch
Contact us

For general enquiries get in touch with our team on 0800 2268 336 or email us at info@canteen.org.nz. Our support team is available 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

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