Frequently Asked Questions

We are a New Zealand company dedicated to helping schools fundraise more effectively.

It all began in 2024 when one of our founders’ wives struggled to find a New Zealand website to list the donations she had received for their Agricultural Day. She wanted to reach beyond the local community but found that existing platforms were either not dedicated to school fundraising, used a different currency, or charged high commission fees.

This inspired the creation of Toko—a platform that enables schools to raise money without fees while connecting with a broader community.

No Toko is not a charity; however, our mission is to give back 100% of the funds raised through auctions and Buy Now sales. We ensure that everything contributed through our platform goes directly to the schools.

There are many reasons why Toko is so popular:

No Fees for Schools – Schools receive 100% of the funds from purchases, services, and donations.

Expanded Reach – Most schools rely on their immediate community for fundraising. With Toko, they can connect with supporters worldwide. For exemple, students can sell their artwork, pottery, or request donations for school camps from family members abroad.

Support from Anywhere – Buyers and donors across New Zealand can easily browse projects and choose which schools or projects to support.

Great Deals for a Good Cause – PTFAs often secure high-quality products or services at a fraction of the cost. These are then sold to the community to raise funds. Buyers find great bargains while helping schools—everyone wins.

We are based in Auckland and we can answer any questions quickly without time difference.

You're welcome to email us at info@toko.co.nz

To bid on an auction you need to register first. Create a login by entering your email and a password and then your done. Login with these details and you'll see your profile which you can edit and then any bidding will be live.
You don't need to register to donate, buy a raffle ticket, a service or a product.

Once an auction has timed out you will no longer see it listed on the website.

You will receive a winners email with instructions on what to do next.
First we will ask you to pay for your win, then we will put you in contact the PTFA or school manager from where the auction is coming from.

All This information will be displayed on the email.

Yes you can place a bid on any schools however depending on what the product or service is, you might have to go to the school to pick up your win. Some schools offer a courrier service but it has to be agreed before bidding. You can ask the question on the auction listing.