Become a member

Become a member

When you join the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand, you do more than subscribe to a service – you choose an active alliance. Our members are the backbone of our community, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with us to protect historical truth, combat contemporary antisemitism, and champion human rights across New Zealand.

By becoming a member, you lend your voice to a collective movement dedicated to teaching the vital lessons of the Holocaust, to ensure a safer, more compassionate future.

Member benefits

No matter which tier you choose, all official members of the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand receive a comprehensive package of benefits designed to keep you connected, informed, and actively involved in our mission:

  • Be part of a community network: Join a nationwide collective of like-minded individuals committed to social justice, education, and remembrance.

  • Event discounts: Receive early-bird notifications for all national remembrance events, discounted rates for online and in-person lectures, as well as discounted tickets for Kristallnacht commemorative concerts

  • Merchandise and shop discounts: Enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on all items in the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand online shop, including educational texts and memoirs.

  • Official voting rights: Play a direct role in shaping the future of the Centre with full voting rights at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and eligibility to stand for election to the Board of Directors.

Choose your membership tier

Select the annual membership that best fits your circumstances. All subscriptions are processed securely and renew annually.

Individual

$75 / year or $195 / 3 years

Our standard annual membership for individuals looking to actively support our mission, safeguard memory, and participate in our community governance. 

Family

$175 / year or $450 / 3 years

Extend the commitment to your household. This tier covers adults and dependents living at the same address, ensuring your family stays engaged with our events and educational initiatives. 

Student

$25 / year

Full access to all standard membership benefits at an accessible rate for students.

Volunteer

Free

Designed for those who have volunteered a minimum of three months active service, continuing on for the duration of your time volunteering with us.  

A special note for our volunteers

Our volunteers are the heartbeat of the Centre, giving their time, skill, and passion to keep our operations running. To honour this immense contribution, all active volunteers receive a complimentary Volunteer Membership, fully managed and gifted by our administration office as a token of our appreciation.

If you would like to explore gifting your time and unlocking this benefit, visit our Volunteering page.

GST and Tax status

Membership fees include GST. Because memberships provide voting rights and benefits, the IRD classifies them as a service, meaning they are not tax-deductible. To make a tax-deductible contribution, please visit our Donate Page.

Processing fees

Online card payments incur a small standard transaction fee at checkout. To ensure 100% of your fee reaches the Centre, you can choose to pay via Direct Internet Banking below.

Membership terms and conditions

Before joining, please take a moment to review our official guidelines regarding your membership rights and responsibilities. Students must note the name of the academic institution when registering. Read the T&Cs 

Pay via Internet Banking

If you prefer not to pay by credit card online, you can pay your annual membership fee directly into our Westpac account.

  • Account Name: Holocaust Centre of New Zealand

  • Bank: Westpac Bank

  • Account Number: 03-0515-0507281-000

Next steps for bank transfers: To ensure your membership is activated correctly, please email membership@holocaustcentre.org.nz immediately after making your payment. Our team will send you a digital membership form to complete your details and issue your official receipt.