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Cancer Support

Canteen is a safe space for rangatahi aged 12-24 to connect, share the tough stuff, and get a break from cancer

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Ways to give

No matter how you choose to support Canteen, you will be providing life-changing support to rangatahi impacted by cancer across Aotearoa.

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Get involved

Join our community of fundraisers supporting rangatahi through a range of fundraising activities and events!

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Get support

Cancer affects everyone differently. That’s why Canteen provides a wide range of free support services to help rangatahi manage the specific challenges they’re dealing with.

Get your
Bandanna

You can get your favourite bandanna all year round through our online shop. Take a look at our wide selection of bandannas, and feel confident that no matter which one you pick, your generosity means rangatahi don’t have to face cancer alone.

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About
Canteen

Rangatahi don’t have to face cancer alone. Canteen is a safe space where rangatahi impacted by their own diagnosis or cancer in their whānau can connect, share the tough stuff, and get a break from cancer. Our community was created by rangatahi 35 years ago and is still led by rangatahi today. Learn more about Canteen and how you can support us.

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Rangatahi
Support

Cancer affects everyone differently. That’s why Canteen provides a wide range of free counselling support services to help rangatahi manage the specific challenges they’re dealing with.

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Partner with us

Join us in supporting rangatahi impacted by cancer through a partnership with Canteen.

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Regular Giving

Join our community of loyal supporters whose generosity means rangatahi don’t have to face cancer alone.

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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