COMMUNITY & PHILANTHROPY
Safer Cycling Foundation
Alongside his business career, Ritesh Mani is the founder of the Safer Cycling Foundation, a New Zealand initiative dedicated to protecting and educating cyclists, improving road safety, and building greater respect between drivers and riders.
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ORIGIN
A Personal Mission
What began as a personal mission to make roads safer for his own children and community has grown into a national initiative supporting schools, local councils, and families across Aotearoa — including helmet distribution and partnerships with road safety advocacy groups.
While Ritesh is best known publicly for his work in property and business, he has described this grassroots community work as where his heart is, reflecting his broader view that business owners carry a responsibility to give back to the communities they serve.
WHAT THE FOUNDATION DOES
Education, Safety & Respect on the Road
Cyclist Education
Programmes focused on protecting and educating cyclists on New Zealand roads.
Road Safety
Initiatives aimed at improving road safety outcomes for riders and drivers alike.
Mutual Respect
Building greater respect and awareness between drivers and riders sharing the road.
Community Support
Support for schools, local councils and families across Aotearoa, including helmet distribution.
GET INVOLVED
Support the Safer Cycling Foundation
Schools, councils, road safety advocacy groups and families interested in the Safer Cycling Foundation's work can get in touch directly.