The Mission to Seafarers
Wellington, NZ
The Mission to Seafarers is an organisation dedicated to caring for seafarers and their welfare. We offer practical support, emergency assistance, and a friendly welcome to seafarers that find their ship in the port of Wellington, New Zealand.
Upcoming Fundraiser Movie Night: Moana Live Action
You are warmly invited to attend our “Moana - Live Action” Movie Night at Lighthouse Cinema in Petone on Sunday 26th July 2026
The film, Moana - Live Action (2026), is a live-action adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film ‘Moana’. We have selected this film for our next movie night fundraiser due to the seafaring and Pacific Island themes, as we are fundraising for our frontline work of supporting seafarers in the Oceania/Pacific region.
Movie Tickets are $22 for Adults, $18 for Kids (under 15), with complimentary drinks and nibbles from 4:00pm in the upstairs lounge. The movie starts at 5:00pm.
A raffle will also be held, with three prize hampers. Raffle tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5, and entries close when the movie begins. The draw will take place after the film.
“Seafarers bring us almost everything we use in daily life. This event is a chance for us to raise essential funds to continue to provide welfare services for the people who spend months at sea to keep our country supplied.”
Ports to Peaks Adventure Race - March 2026
Two teams from NZ (Wellington Team and Nelson Team) went to Thredbo, Australia, in March, to compete in the inaugural Ports to Peaks Fundraiser Adventure Race. Hosted by The Mission to Seafarers Australasia (the Australia, PNG, Oceania & Pacific Regions), the event was a huge success, raising vital funds and awareness for seafarer welfare services in NZ, Australia and the wider Pacific.
Learn more at: www.mtsadventure.org
Ports to Peaks - Wellington Team
We’re the Mission to Seafarers – Wellington Team, and we’re raising funds to support the incredible work of The Mission to Seafarers - Oceania Region.
Every day, seafarers keep global trade moving — often spending months away from home, facing isolation, tough conditions, and limited access to support while in port.
The funds we raise will go directly toward providing vital frontline welfare support to seafarers visiting ports across New Zealand and the Oceania region. This includes practical help, a safe place to rest, access to communication with loved ones, and compassionate human connection when it’s needed most.
By supporting this fundraiser, you’re helping ensure seafarers are cared for, valued, and never forgotten while they’re far from home.
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Info for Seafarers visiting Wellington
How do I get to the Seafarers Centre? What are the main tourist attractions in Wellington? What’s the best supermarket to shop at? Where do I find the Currency Exchange?
All these questions - and more - are answered on our Seafarers Page:
Get Involved
There are many ways you can contribute to supporting seafarers, whether it’s donating items for care packages, dropping off quality second-hand books or home-baking for seafarers, or knitting a beanie. We also have special volunteer events throughout the year, such as helping us pack gift bags at Christmas time. Click the button below to find out more!
Sea Sunday
Sea Sunday is celebrated on the second Sunday in July each year. In 2026, it will be celebrated on Sunday 12 July 2026.
However, we are always happy to come and speak at your church or organisation about the important work we do to support seafarers.
Please Contact Us if you would like to invite a representative from The Mission to Seafarers to speak at your church or organisation this year or next year.
Image credit: Matt Lawrence, Sea Sunday 2022.
MTS 125th Anniversary: July 2024
Last year, The Mission to Seafarers marked 125 years of continuous service to seafarers in New Zealand. During the week of 8-14 July 2024 we marked this momentous occasion with a series of events, including a very special Sea Sunday service at the Wellington Cathedral of St Paul on Sunday 14th July.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the occasion. More information can be found here at the 125 Anniversary Page.
We are still taking donations toward the 125th Memorial Project; if you’d like to contribute financially please click the button below.
Royal Visit: HRH Princess Anne
On 16 February 2023 we had the honour of hosting Her Royal Highness, Princess Anne, President of The Mission to Seafarers, for a ceremony at our Seafarers Centre. Click below to see the photos from this magnificent occasion.
Remembering the Mission to Seafarers: Your Legacy
One of the most impactful ways you can support The Mission to Seafarers is by pledging a gift in your will. It won’t cost anything during your lifetime, can reduce emotional and financial stress on your loved ones, and it helps to ensure support to future generations of seafarers.
Including a charitable gift in your will is a great way to have a meaningful impact on the world after you’ve gone. You can get started today, with a free online will from our partner Gathered Here