From Adversity to Abundance – A Christmas Story of Hope & New Beginnings
Issue: 47
Adversity Ignites
“E kore te tangata e pakari i te wai marino.”
From Adversity to Abundance – A Christmas Story of Hope & New Beginnings
Ana Tonga built a career, married, and started a family.
Life changed when she left work to care for her child with serious health needs. Income dropped, but hope didn’t.
Ana joined The Generator in 2022.
Fast forward Ana’s life to today:
✅ GST registered
✅ Off the benefit
✅ Income increased, jobs created
✅ Accounting & financial advisor
🌺 Ana built a business that works around her family. Today she’s an Expert Financial Coach & Accountant, soon adding Mortgage Broker and financial mentoring services to help others rise.
Ana knows adversity is a powerful teacher. "I can put a smile on people’s faces when I help them reach their dreams.”
Click to view her story HERE! and Mauheofa Accounting.
From all of us:
Ngā mihi nui 🙏 Fa’afetai 🌺 Mālō ‘aupito 🌴Meitaki ma’ata 🌞 Shukran (شكراً)
🎁✨ This Christmas, Smiles Were Gifted! ✨🎁
Because of nine incredible donors, 25 children woke up to joy, laughter, and hope. You answered the call—and made magic happen! 🌟
From all of us: THANK YOU for turning generosity into smiles. 💖
Your kindness reminds us what the season is all about.
🎄✨ Big Love & Gratitude! ✨🎄
On behalf of 10 Generite families, we send a massive THANK YOU to LIFE Community for the much-needed and deeply appreciated Christmas Boxes. You’ve brought joy, hope, and smiles this festive season! 💝
Other Opportunities
Small grants (up to $5,000) available to support tangata Māori ✅ $5,000 packages | 2 rounds per year
📅 Applications open: 5 Pēpuere | Feb 2026
Get financial insights for your small business with help from a Xero Accountant or Bookkeeper HERE
Startup Dunedin Microgrants are BACK!
💸 $500–$2,000 to help you test, build, and grow. Apply HERE.
📢The Generator back 19 JAN 2026
“E kore te tangata e pakari i te wai marino.”
A person does not become strong in calm waters.
