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LIFT Statistics 2022-25

Rangatahi Registered and Helped by LIFT

Rangatahi completed BOUNCE Training

Rangatahi Employed, Trained or Educated

Rangatahi Gained Driver’s License

Rangatahi supported into Housing

Our People

LIFT’s success stems from our dedicated team, who serve as mentors, motivators, and role models for Rangatahi. With a deep understanding of youth challenges and a strong belief in their potential, they create a supportive space for building confidence, real-world skills, and brighter futures. Their passion and commitment make the LIFT programme truly impactful.

Our Vision

Rangatahi living their dreams.

At LIFT Social Enterprise, we’re passionate about building a future where every Rangatahi (young person) in Hawke’s Bay can access sustainable, fulfilling employment or self-employment opportunities.

Our Mahi

Our Rangatahi Programmes

Bounce

The Bounce Program is a 3-week course that builds confidence, motivation, and job-readiness by helping participants overcome personal barriers and plan for a successful future.

Leap

This 6-week programme for Rangatahi (17–24) builds confidence, wellbeing, and job-readiness through Te Whare Tapa Whā, preparing youth for the NZDF LSV course, further study, or mahi

Driver Training

LIFT supports Rangatahi to gain their driver’s licence through practical, confidence-building lessons—opening doors to employment, independence, and greater freedom.

Your support makes a lasting impact. By supporting LIFT, you help fund vital coaching, training, and mentoring that transforms lives. Supporting hands-on learning, personalised career paths, and the wellbeing of youth as they grow and thrive.

Our News

What's happening at Lift

Driving Towards the Future

Getting your driver licence isn’t just about learning how to drive. For many rangatahi, it’s a turning point — opening doors to employment, education, independence and greater confidence in everyday...

Meet the Directors

At the heart of LIFT are two brothers whose leadership is shaped as much by faith and whānau as it is by action and vision. Tyson and Davis Ataera are more than the faces behind the organisation —...

Our Partners