Making a difference close to home with purpose
At AWS Legal, we love getting involved in our local community. It’s important to us to give back to the places where we live and work. Making a positive difference isn’t just good – it’s the right thing to do.
Our people and our firm support a wide range of causes across the region, from grassroots initiatives to larger-scale efforts. Whether it’s through fundraising, volunteering, donations, or pro bono work, we’re proud to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in. Together, we’re helping build a stronger, more connected future for everyone.
Community wellbeing
We’re committed to promoting the health and wellbeing of those around us. From mental health initiatives to food security, we partner with local organisations that uplift people through practical, compassionate support.
- Cancer Society – Relay For Life / Daffodil day
- Central Southland Community Pantry
- Godzone
- Hospice Southland
- Ronald McDonald House Charities New Zealand Trust
- Rotary Club Invercargill North – DUCK RACE
- Salvation Army
- Southland Charity Hospital
- Southland Help – Rape & Abuse Support Centre
- Teddy Foundation
- The Grace St Project
- The Loss & Grief Support Trust Southland
Business and innovation
We partner with local organisations to support business development initiatives and mentorship programs for aspiring entrepreneurs. We also support initiatives that promote innovation and technological advancement in our community. We believe that supporting business and innovation can lead to economic growth and create new opportunities for our community.
- COIN South Incorporated
- Image Central – Inspiring wahine conference
- Love Grace Handbag Appeal
- Maniototo A&P Assocation
- Mt Iron Joinery
- Otago/Southland Regional Dairy Industry Awards
- Riverton Rural Transport
- Rotary Club Invercargill North – DUCK RACE
- Southern Dairy Hub
- Southland Chamber of Commerce
- Wool On Creative Fashion Awards
Education and training
At AWS Legal, we believe in the importance of lifelong learning and continuous professional development. We believe that education and training are key to personal and professional growth, and we’re committed to supporting initiatives that provide access to quality education and training for all members of our community.
- Dipton school
- Dunstan High School
- Invercargill Young Professionals
- Limehills School
- Lincoln University Alumni Southland Branch
- Southland Young & New Practitioners
- St Thomas Aquinas School
- Stephen Whiteland Memorial Scholarship
- Wakatipu High School Foundation
Grassroots sports
We believe in the power of sports to bring people together and promote physical and mental well-being. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to participate in sports and benefit from the positive effects that come with it, regardless of their background or ability.
- Alexandra Bowling club
- Alexandra Golf Club
- Alexandra Squash Club
- Browns Athletic Society
- Central Southland Netball
- Clyde Bowling Club Inc
- Dunstan Golf Club
- Invercargill Netball Centre
- James Hargest College – JHC U15 Rugby
- Marist Brothers Old Boys Rugby Football Club
- Midlands Rugby
- QLDC – FAST 5 Netball Queenstown
- Te Anau Bowling Club
- Te Anau Rugby Club
- Tuatapere Golf Club
- Winton Golf Club
- Woodlands Rugby Club