Care to Live It: Summer 2025/26 — What’s on offer
This summer’s grants fund unforgettable experiences — from stadium sing-alongs to sky-high thrills — or you can design your own.
Experiences you can apply for:
Ed Sheeran — two tickets (incl. accessible seating)
Lorde — two tickets (incl. accessible seating)
SIX60: Sweet Home Aotearoa — two tickets (incl. accessible seating)
SailGP Auckland — premium waterfront viewing
Black Caps & White Ferns — Double Header - A summer night of world-class cricket
Tandem skydive — feel the freefall!
Sky Tower — SkyWalk or Bungy jump
Build Your Own — create your dream day (up to $1,000)
Scroll through to each experience to see what’s included — and how we’ll help you Feel it. Live it. Care to live it. this summer.
Lorde — Our NZ Girl at Home
Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026 — 7:30 pm
Venue: Spark Arena, Auckland
Our very own Kiwi icon, Lorde*, is returning home — and this experience gives you the chance to see her live at Spark Arena with a friend or support person by your side. Dinner, transport, and care-hour support are all covered — so you can focus on what matters most: feeling the music, soaking up the moment, and living it fully.
What’s included:
💛Accessible (wheelchair) ticket [1]
💛 Friend/Support Worker ticket [1]
💛Bank transfer for Merch or Food — up to $150 (receipts required)
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — $100
💛 Support Worker Care Hours (if required*) — up to $200
*Lorde image used for illustrative purposes only. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lorde, her management, tour organisers or venues. This giveaway is run solely by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care, and the tickets were purchased independently.
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
Ed Sheeran — Live in Auckland
Date: Saturday 17 January 2026 — 5:30 pm
Venue: Go Media Stadium, Mt Smart
Experience one of the world’s biggest artists live on stage — right here in Aotearoa.
This package gives you and a friend or support person the chance to be part of the magic, with accessibility and care support covered so you can simply enjoy the night and the music.
What’s included:
💛 Accessible (wheelchair) ticket [1]
💛 Friend/Support Worker ticket [1]
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — up to $200
💛Bank transfer for Merch or Food — up to $150 (receipts required)
💛 Support Worker Care Hours* (if required) — up to $200
*Ed Sheeran image used for illustrative purposes only. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ed Sheeran, his management, tour organisers, or venues. This giveaway is run solely by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care, and the tickets were purchased independently.
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
SIX60 — Sweet Home Aotearoa
Date: Saturday 3 January 2026 — 1:00 pm
Venue: Matakana Country Park — Country and Roots Music Festival
Kick off summer with an all-Kiwi celebration!
Join SIX60 live at the Sweet Home Aotearoa festival — an afternoon of music, sunshine, and great vibes. This package gives you and a friend or support person everything you need for an incredible festival day, with accessibility, care, and transport support covered.
What’s included:
💛General Entry Tickets (accessible) [2]
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — up to $200
💛Bank transfer for Merch or Food — up to $150 (receipts required)
💛 Support Worker Care Hours* (if required) — up to $200
*SIX60 image used for illustrative purposes only. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care is not affiliated with or endorsed by SIX60, their management, tour organisers, or venues. This giveaway is run solely by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care, and tickets were purchased independently.
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
SailGP Auckland — Premium Experience
Date: Saturday 14 February 2026 — 1:30 pm–7:00 pm
Race Window: 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Venue: Auckland Waterfront
Get ready to feel the wind, the speed, and the energy of world-class racing as SailGP returns to Auckland. This premium experience gives you front-row access to the action — complete with inclusive hospitality, accessibility support, and a few special extras to remember the day.
What’s included:
💛 1 × Wheelchair ticket
💛 Friend/Support Worker ticket [1]
💛Premium seating with inclusive food and drinks
💛 SailGP Team Caps [2]
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — up to $100
💛 Support Worker Care Hours* (if required) — up to $200
*SailGP image used for illustrative purposes only. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care is not affiliated with or endorsed by SailGP, its teams, or event organisers. This giveaway is run solely by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care, and tickets were purchased independently
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
Black Caps & White Ferns — Double Header
Date: Friday 20 March 2026
Venue: Eden Park, Auckland
A summer night of world-class cricket — double the action, double the fun!
Watch the Black Caps take on South Africa, followed by the White Ferns under the lights at Eden Park. This experience gives you and a friend or support person the chance to enjoy both matches with accessibility and support included.
What’s included:
💛 1 × Wheelchair ticket
💛 Friend/Support Worker ticket [1]
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — up to $100
💛Bank transfer for Merch or Food — up to $150 (receipts required)
💛 Support Worker Care Hours* (if required) — up to $200
*Images used for illustrative purposes only. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care is not affiliated with or endorsed by New Zealand Cricket, the Black Caps, the White Ferns, or any event organisers. This giveaway is run solely by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care, and tickets were purchased independently.
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
Auckland — Tandem Skydive Experience
Date: You Choose!
Location: Auckland
Take the ultimate leap this summer!
This experience gives you the chance to feel pure freedom with a tandem skydive — complete with video and photography to capture every thrilling second. After landing, celebrate your courage with a delicious meal, and enjoy the peace of mind that transport and care support are covered if needed.
What’s included:
💛 Tandem Skydive Voucher [1]
💛 Photography and Video Package
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — up to $200
💛 Support Worker Care Hours* (if required) — up to $200
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
Auckland — Sky Tower Experience
Date: You Choose
Venue: SkyCity, Auckland
Step up, look down — and take the leap!
The Sky Tower Experience offers the ultimate adrenaline rush with a SkyJump, followed by a well-earned dinner high above the city. Whether you’re chasing thrill, courage, or an unforgettable story to tell, this experience is designed to help you live life to the fullest — safely supported and celebrated.
What’s included:
💛 Auckland Sky Walk/Jump Voucher
💛Happy Mobility Transport Voucher (if required) — up to $100
💛SkyCity Dinner Voucher — up to $150 (receipts required and to be used on day of jump)
💛 Support Worker Care Hours* (if required) — up to $200
*Images used for illustrative purposes only. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care is not affiliated with or endorsed by New Zealand Cricket, the Black Caps, the White Ferns, or any event organisers. This giveaway is run solely by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care, and tickets were purchased independently.
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
Build Your Own Experience
Tell us your dream experience — and we’ll help you make it happen.
Overview:
Maybe it’s a concert you’ve always wanted to see.
A weekend away with friends.
A day on the water.
Or something completely your own.
The Build Your Own Experience option lets you dream it, design it, and live it your way. The Liz Soper Foundation of Care will contribute funding toward your chosen experience — so you can create a memory that’s all about you.
What’s included:
💙 Funding of up to $1,000 towards your chosen experience*
*All experiences must be pre-approved by The Liz Soper Foundation of Care. Receipts or quotes are required for final approval. The Foundation reserves the right to determine eligibility and funding levels.
*Terms and conditions apply to care hours allocation.
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