About us
We target funding to support research and clinical improvements that will bring the greatest benefit to those affected by neurological conditions.
In the 5-year period to 2025, the Foundation committed funding of more than $14 million to research and education.
Among the key initiatives we support are the Neurological Foundation Human Brain Bank at the University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research, and the Chair in Clinical Neurology.
Like all charities, we have running costs, so not every dollar we raise can be spent on research. However, just 20% or so of our total expenditure is on administration, which compares favourably with other charities. This means most of the money we receive goes to achieving our goals.
What we support
This extraordinary scientific resource houses over 600 brains for scientific research purposes. It’s known as ‘The Best Little Brain Bank in the World’ – a description made popular by its founder, pioneering brain researcher Sir Richard Faull.
Set up so that researchers and clinicians could work together for better patient outcomes, the Chair in Clinical Neurology has been supported by the Neurological Foundation since 2007.
Brain Awareness Month is a campaign to raise awareness of neurological conditions and bring to public attention the importance of brain research.
In addition to funding vital research, we work to educate New Zealanders about neurological conditions, and share the latest medical advice on how to safeguard their brain health.
We host events all around the country, sharing insights into the research our supporters have helped to fund.
We also publish a quarterly magazine, Headlines.
You can find out more about the Foundation, how we operate, and what we have achieved in the past year, by reading our strategy document and latest Annual Report.
Want to know more about neurological conditions and the progress we are making? You can view recorded events in our lecture library from the comfort of home.
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