Pohlen Foundation Trust

Pohlen Foundation Trust The Trust helps provide Pohlen Hospital with funding to upgrade facilities and assist with replacemen We continually strive to strengthen these relationships.

The Trust was born out of a need to have extra funding available for Pohlen Hospital, over and above its Operational Budget, specifically to provide for the upgrade of facilities and assist with the replacement of medical equipment. Thus the aims of Pohlen Foundation Trust are:

• Providing financial assistance for new capital equipment, improving facilities, and amenities around the hospital as and when the need arises.
• Supporting the Hospital Trust Board’s mission to provide quality healthcare and wellness services for the wider Matamata community. Pohlen Foundation Trust is independent of the Pohlen Hospital Trust Board; however the two work closely together. All projects for which funds are raised are approved by the Hospital Board first. The Foundation trustees are all members of the local Matamata community. The Foundation Secretary is employed by The Hospital, and works out of the Hospital premises. The Trustees serving on The Pohlen Foundation Trust set manageable goals and work hard to achieve these. Funds raised by the Foundation are never used to support the Hospital operating budget. We are fortunate to be part of a wider community which offers a high level of support for, and participation in, events staged to raise funds for individual projects. The Foundation endeavours to be innovative and creative in the manner in which it chooses to do this. Funds raised come directly from

• Foundation events within our local community
• Philanthropic grants
• Donations
• Bequests
• Bank interest

The greater part of funds raised throughout the year in general come from Philanthropic Trusts; however our local events are very important and provide the basis for our community relationships. These include businesses, community service groups, and individuals. Pohlen hospital is held in high regard by our local community, and is nationally recognised for the range of services it provides to the wider community:

For the Hospital’s size the service and support it provides to our community is second to none. Here at the Foundation we do take ownership for ensuring the wider community has the best health care possible and keeping healthcare on our doorstep.

Happy 2026 everyone!What a start to the year - 20 days gone already, sunshine, rain..... a pretty normal January!!😄We ar...
20/01/2026

Happy 2026 everyone!

What a start to the year - 20 days gone already, sunshine, rain..... a pretty normal January!!😄

We are thrilled to say that we are running a Golf Tournament again this year due to unprecedented demand!!

It is Friday 6th March at Matamata Golf Club, thanks to the support and generosity of Matamata Panelworks there is a chance to win a Shelby Mustang if you get a hole in 1 (conditions apply).

Entries are now open so get it in quick smart...... 🏌️🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♂️

If golf is not your thing, but you would like to support us - sponsoring a hole is an option or we are looking for prizes/auction items for the golf day.

Contact Gilly for any more information or to enter your team - 027 289 9807 or email gilly@pohlen.org.nz

19/12/2025

Merry Christmas to everyone 🌲🎄🍓

The Pohlen Foundation would like to wish you all a safe and happy festive season.

The office will be closed until Monday 12th January 2026.

We hope you all enjoy a well earned break with your friends and family.

19/12/2025

Shout out Friday!!

Big thanks to Comag Ltd for repairing the potholes in the carpark at Pohlen Hospital and Matamata Medical Centre. It makes parking in the car park a breeze again!

Saturday night at Pohlen by the Pool at Syd’s saw us raise a massive 💸💵💴💰 $17,000!!!Thank you to the fabulous people who...
09/12/2025

Saturday night at Pohlen by the Pool at Syd’s saw us raise a massive 💸💵💴💰 $17,000!!!
Thank you to the fabulous people who attended, Syd again for allowing us to host in such a spectacular venue!!
To the wonderful Pohlen Foundation Trust Board 😍who worked tirelessly before, on and after the event.
Thanks John Trower for all your ideas and help.🤗

What an amazing night was had by Syds pool last night!! Thank you to everyone who attended. The weather was amazing Sy...
06/12/2025

What an amazing night was had by Syds pool last night!! Thank you to everyone who attended. The weather was amazing Syd’s place and hospitality was phenomenal as always.

05/12/2025

Happy Happy Weekend!!

And just one more sleep before we are hosting "Pohlen by the Pool with Syd" It is going to be spectacular for the lucky souls who purchased tickets for the sellout event!
Sorry I am repeating myself but as with all our fabulous events.... we have a huge amount of people supporting us and helping out to help make our events the best!!

Friyay shout out to:
Her Collective prying us with bubbles on arrival (Yay!) and donating Pilates vouchers
MTF Finance Matamata - $$$$$ - to support the evening
New World Matamata - wine, wine, wine🥂
Woolworths Matamata - vouchers to help cover our expenses
RoyaltyNails - voucher to get some lovely Christmas🤩 Nails
Casita Miro - wines from the gorgeous Waiheke Winery (also vines grew out the back of Pohlen Hospital - Cat Vosper and Dr Bond) 🍇
Rabbit Ranch - wine, wine, wine 🍷
Alpha Domus - wine, wine, wine 🥂
Procure Wine Merchants - wine, wine, wine

We could not do it without you, so THANK YOU we really appreciate your support.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574407645704
https://www.facebook.com/CasitaMiroRestaurant
https://www.facebook.com/RabbitRanchWine/
https://www.facebook.com/AlphaDomus/

04/12/2025

Happy Friday…..

We have had 4 tickets come available for tomorrow nights “Pohlen by the pool with Syd”🥂
It is going to be spectacular with sunny sky’s forecast.☀️
If you missed out but are keen to join us, let Louise know and she will add you to the list!! 😍 027 233 5449

04/12/2025

Happy Thursday everyone!

On Saturday night we are hosting "Pohlen by the Pool with Syd" It is going to be spectacular for the lucky souls who purchased tickets for the sellout event!
So as with all our fabulous events.... we have a huge amount of people supporting us and helping out to help make our events the best!!
Let's start with a Thursday shout out to:
Syd Workman - venue, advice and assistance. Superstar 🌟
Jason Tarrant - cheese and his words of wisdom around cheese 🧀Cilantro cheese Hamilton - goat cheese logs 🐐
Meyer Cheese - fabulous cheese 🧀
Evansdale Cheese - and more fabulous cheese 🧀
Foraged Raglan - some delightful😍 relish to go with the cheese
John Price - Auctioneer extraordinaire 😊
Danny Angelsey and Janet Wagstaff (Matamata Physio - Keeping us all hydrated throughout the night

We could not do it without you, so THANK YOU we really appreciate your support.

Keep an eye out tomorrow team, more shout outs to come....

https://www.facebook.com/foragedinraglan/
https://www.facebook.com/MeyerCheese/
https://www.facebook.com/evansdalecheese
https://www.facebook.com/john.price.178210
https://www.facebook.com/matamataphysiotherapy

😀Wow—what an incredible response! Our community has truly shown up for this exciting new fundraiser, and we couldn’t be ...
26/11/2025

😀Wow—what an incredible response!
Our community has truly shown up for this exciting new fundraiser, and we couldn’t be more thrilled.

🌴We’re gearing up for a fabulous evening at Syd Workman’s stunning property in the hills looking over Matamata, where guests will enjoy a beautiful poolside setting, delicious cheeses, and mouth-watering wines—all in support of Pohlen Hospital.

🎟️Tickets have officially sold out… but if you’re quick, and you ask Jodi very nicely, she might just be able to sneak you in with a ticket or two to this VIP event.

Shhhh… mum’s the word!🤫

19/11/2025

Scene Newspaper, Caron & Milly - We cant thankyou enough for all you have done for the Real Homes and Gardens Tour 2025, and all you do for Pohlen Foundation supporting Pohlen Hospital.

Your dedication, generosity, and ongoing commitment to the Pohlen Foundation and Pohlen Hospital make such a meaningful difference in our community. We are truly grateful for all you do. 💚

🌺A heartfelt thank you to all our incredible raffle sponsors whose generous vouchers and goods helped make this year’s R...
19/11/2025

🌺A heartfelt thank you to all our incredible raffle sponsors whose generous vouchers and goods helped make this year’s Real Homes & Gardens Tour raffle such a success. Your support added excitement to the event and made a meaningful difference to our fundraising efforts.🌺

Janes Fashion & Accessories Wild Rose Interiors Shed Boutique Fashion Life Pharmacy Matamata Jewellers
Super Liquor Matamata Garden Centre Interiors Barn Plus Matamata
Gifted 'Reilly Kaimai Farms Nursery Ange's Matamata

We would also like to extend thanks to The Furniture Paint & Craft Shop for their wonderful last-minute contribution — we are so grateful for your willingness to jump in and support us.

A special acknowledgment to the Daisies group for not only selling the raffle tickets, but for their unwavering support of the Pohlen Foundation. Your dedication and enthusiasm are truly appreciated.

Thank you all for helping us continue our work for our community hospital.

Hi everyone! Just wanted to keep you in the loop—The Foundation has been without internet access at the office for the p...
18/11/2025

Hi everyone!

Just wanted to keep you in the loop—The Foundation has been without internet access at the office for the past two weeks.

I'm working primarily from my phone and home office when I can. Please be patient; I'll get back to you and your requests as soon as possible.

You are important to us! We hope to be up and running again next week. Fingers crossed!

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Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+6478819100

Website

https://pohlen.co.nz/home/foundation/foundation-events/

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