Zoe BlakeJournalist·Bay of Plenty Times·24 Jun, 2026 05:00 PM5 mins to read‌ Acorn Foundation chief executive Lori Luke (inset) says major gifts are critical to completing large community projects. Capping charitable donation tax credits could “discourage” philanthropic generosity, Bay of Plenty charities have warned.From April 1, 2027, eligible donations will be capped at $100,000 per taxpayer, limiting the maximum annual tax credit to $33,000.

The Government says the cap will not prevent anyone from donating, but rather