Tamariki are better off
We want to ensure that future generations of Kiwi are financially equipped for success, so we support all tamariki (children) having access to quality financial education by 2030. Here's how we're currently playing our part.
Banqer
We've partnered with Banqer since 2016 to provide real-world financial simulations to nearly half a million primary and secondary school students, to prepare them for their financial futures.
Kids accounts
Get your child off to a good financial start and encourage good money habits early with their own account.
Start the money conversation with your kids
Weave money lessons into day-to-day conversations with your kids through some top tips from financial literacy educator and Kiwibank partner, Banqer.
Kiwi are better off
We want to help Kiwi focus on what really matters to them by supporting two million Kiwi to take action to be secure in their financial future by 2030. Here's how we're ensuring this happens.
Low deposit home loans
We offer options to first home buyers with lower deposit amounts to help more Kiwi into their first homes.
Ngā Tāngata Microfinance
We partner with Ngā Tangata Microfinance Trust to provide interest-free microfinance loans to help Kiwi on low incomes reduce the burden of high-interest debt.
Thrive HQ
We've got tools, guides and resources to help you get on top of your finances, whether it's getting out of debt, starting to save or building up investments.
Digital banking support
We've set up ways for you to learn how to bank online, including setting-up internet banking, resetting your password or PIN, making payments and protecting yourself from scams.
Financial abuse
We've got guides and resources for friends or family in vulnerable situations, to help them spot warning signs and understand the steps they can take to protect themselves.
Sustainable energy loans
Our sustainable energy loans are available for home loan customers who want to install eligible renewable energy systems in their homes.
Aotearoa is better off
To ensure Aotearoa is a better place for this generation and the next, we'll deliver $2 billion of sustainable finance to improve Kiwi businesses by 2030.
Responsible business banking policy
We make decisions that put people and the planet before profit. Our Kiwibank Responsible Business Banking Policy outlines how we do this.
Sustainable business loans
To help your business achieve sustainable outcomes, we provide a preferential interest rate on business loans if the loan is for an approved sustainable purpose.
Cogo Business Carbon Manager
We've partnered with sustainability fintech Cogo to enable qualifying businesses to easily measure and understand their carbon footprint.
Our sustainability approach
As part of being a purpose-led business, we know that we need to run our business in a way that helps our customers, our people, the communities we operate in and the environment.
B Corp™ certified
We're proud to be B Corp certified as it shows we're doing the right thing when it comes to our people, customers, suppliers, community and environment.
Taking action on climate change
We’re committed to reducing our carbon emissions and working with our customers to help them understand the risks and opportunities that climate change presents.
Supplier expectations
We want to engage with suppliers who share our commitment to behaving responsibly, ethically and sustainably.
Being inclusive
We want to uplift the wellbeing of our people and suppliers through a range of initiatives, from championing a diverse and inclusive workforce to ensuring our people and key suppliers are paid living wage.
Gender Tick
We're the first bank in New Zealand to receive Gender Tick accreditation. We see the Gender Tick as a sign of our ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Living Wage
We're proud to have been accredited as a Living Wage employer, meaning all employees of Kiwibank, including contractors and suppliers, will be paid no less than the Living Wage.