Switching IF Hosts? Why Kiwis Choose Manawanui for Disability Funding
- Feb 20
- 2 min read
Managing your own disability support funding can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. At Manawanui, New Zealand’s first and most trusted Individualised Funding (IF) host, we make self-managing your disability supports simple, flexible, and empowering.
What is Individualised Funding (IF)?
IF allows you to decide how, when, and who delivers your support services, giving you choice and control. Whether you’re new to self-management or looking to switch IF hosts, Manawanui is here to make it easy.
Why Choose Manawanui?
Expert support: Every new customer is paired with a dedicated coach who guides you through setup, training, and ongoing support.
Easy-to-use tools: Access your budget, manage timesheets, schedule staff, and approve invoices anytime through our world-leading Customer Portal and app.
Employer peace of mind: Benefit from free EMA membership, employer insurance options, and help with Health and Safety obligations.
Connected community: Stay informed and connected through our weekly Facebook livestreams, newsletters, and nationwide in-person network meetings. You’re never alone on your journey.
Switching to Manawanui is simple. Every week, we help people just like you move their Individualised Funding without disruption to their supports. All you need to do is contact your NASC and request Manawanui as your IF host, we’ll take care of the rest.
Once we get confirmation from your NASC that we will be your new host, your coach will contact you to guide you through the setup journey. Within a couple of weeks, you’re all setup in our systems and using our Customer Portal. If you have staff, they can continue to work for you while you’re getting setup, so there’s never a gap in your support or your staff’s wages.
Fund for Good: Helping You Achieve What IF Can't Cover
Fund for Good is our exclusive client programme that awards grants to help customers bring big ideas to life, ideas that can’t be funded through Individualised Funding or any other government funding. Whether it’s starting a business, publishing a book, training for the Special Olympics, or even building a greenhouse, Fund for Good helps make it happen. We’re proud to have already awarded over $200,000 to customers pursuing their dreams.
At Manawanui, we believe self-direction is a human right. We’re here to support you to live the life you choose, with as much or as little help as you need.
Ready to learn more? [Download our flyer here] and find out why thousands of Kiwis choose Manawanui to make self-management easy.
Got a few questions?
We’re ready to chat, we can answer any of your questions and help walk you through the process before you even contact your NASC. Fill out the form below and someone from Manawanui will contact you to set up a time to chat when you’re free.