Create Solaria With Us
Every contribution becomes part of the story.
Solaria is being created one thoughtful step at a time. What began as a lifelong vision is now taking shape through the generosity, encouragement and belief of a growing community. Every donated collection, every shared skill, every purchase, every contribution and every conversation helps lay another stone in the foundations of Solaria.
Whether you choose to support financially, donate a mineral collection, adopt a rock, contribute your expertise or simply share our journey, you become part of creating a place that will continue to educate, inspire and connect people for generations to come.
Together, we are nurturing a living legacy.
Ways to Support Solaria
Solaria exists as a for-potential, not-for-profit social enterprise. All contributions support the growth of the sanctuary, its collections, educational initiatives, and long-term public accessibility.There are many ways to support and participate:
DONATE A COLLECTION
Help preserve the stories, science and beauty of the mineral kingdom through our Collection Stewardship or Rehome a Stone programmes.
BECOME A SUPPORTER
Financial contributions of any size help Solaria continue developing collections, educational resources and community programmes.
SHOP THE BOUTIQUE
Every purchase directly supports the ongoing development of Solaria while helping share its vision with others.
SHARE KNOWLEDGE
Researchers, collectors, educators, artists, photographers and writers all have something valuable to contribute.
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT SOLARIA
Offer equipment, mineral, expertise, or in-kind support
Introduce aligned land, funding, or partnership opportunities
Share Solaria through conversation and community networks
Visit us for a private home viewing by appointment and donation
*Not a registered charity. For more information about making a financial contribution to Solaria, please click HERE
Current Funding Goals
Like any living project, Solaria grows one step at a time. Every donation helps nurture the foundations—supporting collections, education, creative projects, community initiatives and the long-term vision as it continues to unfold.
GROWING THE SOLARIA COLLECTIONS
Receiving, documenting, storing and caring for donated mineral collections.
STATUS: Ongoing
THE SOLARIA SEED
Developing the home-based sanctuary in Richmond as the first physical expression of Solaria.
STATUS: In Progress
LIBRARY & EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Creating books, guides, field notes and digital learning materials.
STATUS: Ongoing
CREATIVE PROJECTS
Photography, artwork, exhibitions, publications and educational media.
STATUS: Active
THE FUTURE SANCTUARY
Saving and planning towards Solaria's long-term home and community space.
Long-Term Vision
Becoming A Supporter
Every contribution, no matter the size, directly supports the continued development of Solaria.
1. Donations can be made securely using debit or credit card via Stripe - just click the 'Donate Here' button.
2. NZ supporters are welcome to donate by direct bank deposit (please contact Amanda for our bank details).
3. If you are considering a larger contribution or would like to discuss other ways to support Solaria, we'd love to hear from you.
*Solaria is not a registered charity
Every Contribution Matters
Whether you donate a single stone, entrust a lifetime collection, purchase a book, support financially or simply share Solaria with someone who might appreciate it, you are helping create something that extends far beyond the present moment.
Thank you for walking this journey with us.
Thanks To Our Community!
Your Support In Action
MINERAL COLLECTIONS
A growing record of collections entrusted to Solaria.
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Wells Collection
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Lyall Collection
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Davis Collection
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Hessey Collection
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Milton Collection
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From Chris Fraser
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From C Nicholson
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Other anonymous donors
FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS
A record of generosity helping Solaria grow. Through this financial support we have been able to purchase:
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Website Hosting
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Storage Containers
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Photography Equipment
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Mineral Specimens
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Professional Test/Proof Prints
KNOWLEDGE, ADVICE, SUPPORT & LOVE
We are grateful to have a growing community of knowledgeable, passionate and helpful people who support Solaria through answering our questions, offering advice, showing us love, telling others about us, coming to check out our 'seed' version of Solaria in our home, and those who are following our journey online. Thank you!