Donate CompostFor the Community

Contribute 1–100m³ of compost for community projects in the Wakatipu Basin

Support local food growing

Help us reach our goal of establishing 1,000 local vegetable gardens

Our community compost program transforms food waste into rich, life-giving soil, empowering local families to grow beautiful, nutritious food in their backyards. Every cubic meter you donate creates a ripple effect of positive change that extends far beyond a single garden.

Your impact

When you donate compost, you're not just buying soil — you're investing in:

  • Local food security: Supporting families in growing their own fresh, healthy produce
  • Environmental restoration: Each cubic meter contains approximately 1 tonne of food waste diverted from landfill
  • Climate action: The environmental benefit equals removing a petrol car from the road for over a year
  • Community resilience: Building stronger, more self-sufficient neighbourhoods

How it works

$100 (plus GST) per cubic meter provides nutrient-rich compost that's ready to transform any growing space. Whether you're supporting a single family garden or a large community project, you can donate anywhere from 1 to 100 cubic meters to match your vision and budget.

Every donation helps us work toward our goal of supporting 1,000 local families annually — creating a network of thriving gardens that feed both bodies and communities.

Ready to grow something amazing? Your compost donation plants the seeds for healthier families, stronger communities, and a more sustainable future.

Donation

Impact

1m³

A great top-up for an existing home garden.

3m³–6m³

Helps establish a new home garden.

12m³–50m³

Supports local community garden and tree planting projects.

100m³ or more

Become a noted partner in the Waste to Wilderness local food resilience program.

Compost donation form