About Us

MDNZ is a charitable trust (#CC42203) with a vision to provide awareness, education and support to those who suffer from MD. MDNZ has tremendous support from a range of ambassadors, trustees and sponsors.

The annual report highlights increased awareness of MD within New Zealand and includes annual financial and chairperson reports.

Contact Us

If you have questions about MD, or you would like to volunteer with or sponsor us, please get in touch with MDNZ.

You can contact us by calling our Support Line, email or send an enquiry by using the form on the right.

Support Line: 0800 MACULA
(0800 622 852)

Address: PO Box 137070, Parnell
Auckland 1151

Email: info@mdnz.org.nz

Our Vision

To reduce the incidence and impact of MD in New Zealand

Our Objectives

• Awareness: To increase awareness of MD in New Zealand.
• Education: To provide accurate, specific, current and ongoing information about MD through education of the MD community, their carers and service providers.
• Support: To enhance the quality of life of people with MD and the associated MD community, facilitating access to relevant support services.
• Research: To support and pursue research into the causes, prevention, treatment and possible cures for MD.
• Representation: To advocate for access to evidence based treatments and advance the best interests of the entire MD community.

Who we are

Ambassadors

MDNZ are appreciative of the support and work our ambassadors do attending seminars, assisting with fundraising, and sharing experience.

Sir Peter Leitch

"Macular Degeneration causes blindness. Are you at risk? I know I am."

Dame Rosie Horton

"By raising awareness of MD we can save sight and make sure our lives are filled with fresh memories."

Mr Philip Sherry

"MD was the bane of my mother’s life. I saw the effects at first hand and will do all I can to raise awareness of this disease."

Dame Kate Harcourt

"I have Macular Degeneration. It's a condition that is very common in older people."

Mr John Adshead

"Macular Degeneration doesn't sound good. If you care then you can help. Lets do it and do it now!“

Mrs Viv Jones

“Having been diagnosed with wet MD 7 years ago and having regained my sight through a course of treatments, I am passionate about bringing awareness of this condition to all New Zealanders"

Trustees

MDNZ is administered by the following trustees:

Sandra Budd

Dr Andrew Thompson

Dr David Worsley

Mr James Rangihika

Mr Simon Rose

Mr Steve Hayes

Mr Henry Ford

Mr Chris Bradley

General Manager
Phillippa Pitcher                                                                                            

Sponsors & Supporters

Freemasons Foundation
For centuries Freemasons have given to charities supporting those needing assistance. MDNZ has been the recipient of generous donations from Freemasons Foundation. These have contributed to MDNZ’s programme of increasing awareness and providing educational resources and support to the MD community.

Ryman Healthcare Ltd operates 25 retirement villages across New Zealand. Each year the residents and staff fundraise for a chosen charity which is matched dollar for dollar by the company. MDNZ provided two seminars in each of the 25 villages around New Zealand during the 2012/2013 year and were rewarded with a generous donation in May 2013.

Blackmores New Zealand provides products, information, advice and knowledge on natural health solutions. Their evidence-based formulas Blackmores Macu-Vision® and Blackmores Lutein Defence™ are formulated in line with the Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS 1 and 2), and help to support the macular eye health. Blackmores New Zealand proudly sponsors MDNZ donating a percentage of sales, Nutrition and Supplements brochures and Amsler Grids in support of the MD community.

Lottery Grants Board Te Puna Tahua
New Zealand Lottery Grants Board distributes profits from state lotteries. The Lottery National Community Committee supports MDNZ’s focus on community awareness providing grant funding for awareness activities and resources.

Bayer is an international, research-based enterprise with core competencies in three business areas: health care, agriculture and high-tech materials. As an inventor company, it sets trends in research-intensive areas. Bayer’s products and services are designed to benefit people and improve the quality of life.

Guardian Trust administers charitable trusts providing funding to charitable organisations. MDNZ has received grant funding from:

• Ted and Mollie Carr Charitable Trust
• TM Hosking Charitable Trust
• James Russell Lewis Charitable Trust
• Harold Holt Charitable Trust
• Alice & Stan Flavell Charitable Trust

Annual Reports

2016-2017 Annual Financial Results

Annual Financial Accounts to 31 March 2017.  For the audited financial statements click here to download PDF.

2015-2016 Annual Financial Results

Annual Financial Accounts to 31 March 2016.   For the audited financial statements click here to download PDF.

2014-2015 Annual Financial Results

Annual Financial Accounts to 31 March 2015.  For the audited financial statements click here to download PDF.

 2013-2014 Annual Financial Results

Annual Financial Accounts to 31 March 2014.  For the audited financial statements click here to download PDF.

2012-2013 Annual Report

Our 2012-2013 Annual Report highlights an extended reach to people in local communities, increased activity and highlights an organisation moving forward, click here to download PDF.

2012-2013 Financial Results

Annual Financial Accounts to 31 March 2013. For the audited financial statements click here to download PDF.

2011-2012 Annual Report

Our 2011-2012 Annual Report highlights the strengthening partnership and increased awareness of Macular Degeneration within New Zealand. The report also includes the chairmans report and the financial report.  Read report...

2009-2010 Annual Report

Our 2009-2010 Annual Report highlights the launch of MDNZ, the RANZCO Conference, our guiding principles, our chairman and financial report, along with information on our ambassadors and trustees. Read report...