Who we are

Lucy Pomeroy

Deputy Chair

Lucy has an extensive background in the public sector across health, science and infrastructure, and currently serves as Sector Manager at the Office of the Auditor-General.

Her career includes senior leadership roles in investment and contract management, with a focus on governance integrity, public accountability and reducing bias in funding systems.

Lucy is a former New Zealand beach and indoor volleyball representative and remains closely involved in community football as a parent and coach.

She brings to the Foundation deep public-sector governance experience and a commitment to equitable participation and community impact across the football system.

Lucy joined the Foundation in February 2021.

Our Trustees

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Our Team

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Neil Coventry

CEO

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Scott MacKay

Philanthropy & Partnership Manager

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Stephen Baggaley

IT Manager

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Izzy Mitchell

Project Coordinator

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Om Patel

Football Archive Project Intern

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James Michaelides

Strategy and Research Intern

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David Grey

Communications & Content Intern

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Jenna Gray

AED Project Intern

How you can support THE new zealand football FOUNDATION

Football changes lives - but only when everyone gets a chance to play. Whether you give once or give regularly, large or small, your support helps us keep the game open, inclusive and thriving for footballers and communities across New Zealand

Invest in the Shirt

Get a special Football Foundation All Whites replica shirt with your name and preferred number on the back - and become a visible champion for football in Aotearoa.

Invest

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Starting Line Up

Our Starting XI are founding supporters who made a significant gift of $20,000 or more to help ensure no one is left on the sidelines. Join them and help shape the future of football in New Zealand.

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Make a Donation

Every dollar you give helps us remove barriers, promote respect, and keep football accessible for tamariki and communities across New Zealand. Any amount makes a difference.

Donate Today

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Bequests & Legacy

Leave a lasting legacy for the game you love. A gift in your Will or through an endowment fund ensures future generations of New Zealanders can experience the joy and belonging that football brings.

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Our Partners & Supporters

Every team needs supporters. Our partners believe in football as a force for good and their commitment helps us fund the projects and programmes that keep the game accessible, inclusive and thriving across Aotearoa.
The generosity of our partners is crucial to enable us to support so many worthy projects.