Switching IF Hosts? Why More Kiwis Choose Manawanui for Disability Funding

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 portal and app.

Recruitment made easy: Find, hire, and manage support workers with our free employ site or take advantage of our premium employ+ service.

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.

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. 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.