ABOUT THE FUND
TECT considers applications from community and charitable organisations which are TECT Consumers. Priority is given to applications that show local initiative and where the Grant will benefit a significant part of our Community. A discount for TECT Beneficiaries (if applicable) is part of the consideration of applications within this category. Applications should be submitted not less than 3 months before the final date the organisation requires a decision.
APPLICATION FORM
We suggest you contact the TECT Office to discuss your project prior to submitting your application. Ph 578-5095.
Click here to download Application Form (Word 2007)
Because applications invariably require supporting documentation, they must be posted, delivered or couriered to the TECT Office. Emailed or faxed forms cannot be accepted. Please read the instructions on the Information Sheet carefully before any application is completed and submitted.
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RECENT TECT PROJECTS
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TrustPower TECT Rescue Helicopter
The TrustPower TECT Rescue Helicopter is a worthwhile community-based initiative which has continued to receive funding from the Trust. TECT allocated $120,000 per annu m over a period of 3 years from the Special Projects Fund. TECT in conjunction with TrustPower are principal sponsors of the Rescue Helicopter, which is providing a dedicated air rescue service to the greater Tauranga region. This is a service that literally saves lives.
Pilot Liam Brettkelly says “the Rescue Helicopter was in the air up to three times a week, on average over the past year – attending accident scenes, transferring patients to Waikato and Auckland hospitals, firefighting, transporting the armed offenders squad, or being used by police for search and rescue operations. Many Tauranga residents caught in life or death situations are indebted to the rescue helicopter service. With the Western Bay region growing so fast it’s important to have this service here”, he said.
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Tauranga Arts Festival 2007
 Tauranga came alive in October 2007 when hundreds of performers converged on the city for the ever-popular ‘Tauranga Arts Festival’. TECT’s funding support of $100,000 helped to ensure a bigger and brighter Festival than ever before. The bi-ennial Festival has a strong community focus and featured a range of shows that appealed to many different audience groups. The Trust is the Major Sponsor of the event. TECT Consumers also benefited with a 20% discount on the first two tickets purchased from Baycourt on presentation of their TECT Concessoin Cards.
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New Rescue Vessel for Tauranga Coastguard
Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard (TVC) provides a vital Community service to both recreational and commercial boat users in the greater B ay of Plenty area. TVC is the second largest Coastguard in New Zealand and is the only Marine Search and Rescue service in Tauranga. TECT is proud to support TVC with a grant of $250,000 towards a new rescue vessel.
Boating activity has continued to grow and has brought with it a greater demand on Coastguard services. The last five years have seen the Tauranga Coastguard respond to an average of 163 incidents per year with the radio communications room handling in excess of 35,000 radio calls per year. The new “TECT Rescue” will be capable of responding to incidents when required from Cape Colville in the north to East Cape in the East – an area with approximately 60,000 pleasure vessels. It features the latest technology and will be the leading edge in rescue vessels. TECT is delighted to support such a vital service to this area.
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TECT Assists with Cultural Connection
A $6,000 grant was approved to assist with the fun ding of an exciting historical exhibition organised by The Elms Foundation. The exhibition, entitled “Cultural Connections”, was based around the exchange of ideas between Maori and Europeans in the colonial period. Visitors got an insight into the Victorian mind-set, traditions and morals, as well as an insight into the relationship between missionaries, settlers (European and Asian) and Maori.
Many rarely seen items from The Elms collection of 12,000 objects were on display including diaries, books, photos, kete (over 150 years old), a spear, Maori cloaks and a very early poi. Dr Drayton, a director of the Elms Foundation, was particularly excited about the Maori cloaks in the collection. “One cloak was from pre-European times with others from the mid-late nineteenth century, and there are distinctive differences between the weaving styles.” Consumers received a $1 discount on entry price to the Exhibition on presentation of their TECT Concession Cards.
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The 'Seniors' Get Active!
The Tauranga YMCA celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the Senior Active Movers Rally in October 2006. And as indicated by the turno ut, it was a hugely successful day with lots of fun, laughter and friendships made. Seniors’ exercise groups (some of the participants were well into their 80’s) attended from all over the North Island for a day of participating and learning as well as showing off their skills. The Rally aims to provide gentle exercise for senior people together with a superb range of demonstrations. The “Smooth Movers” participated in many varied exercises including Scottish Dancing, Line Dancing, Latin Fit, Marching, Tai Chi, Rock ‘n’ Roll and much more.
TECT was pleased to be able to bring the 10th Birthday Celebrations to Tauranga with a grant of $2,500. And of course, it wouldn’t have been much of a celebration without the Birthday Cake to finish the day!
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 It's a Celebration of Life!
The room was filled with women (and the odd man) cheering and applauding as the divas strutted their stuff for the second Tarnished Frocks & Divas performing arts exhibition and fashion show. The divas made up of local singers, dancers and musicians performed to some old crowd favourites. All of the women modeling the 1940s-1960s retro clothing were in their 40s and beyond. The purpose of the event is to celebrate the culture of women over the age of 40, to inspire women to enjoy life, health and creativity, have fun and increase their involvement in the arts movement in Tauranga. The Show also featured celebrity guest Jackie Clarke who was truly entertaining. Tarnished Frocks & Divas is destined to become a much celebrated event in Tauranga which not only draws on national artists, but fully supports local talent already discovered, and women yet to be. TECT was pleased to be support the event with a $15,000 grant.
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Christmas in the Bay 2006
Tauranga came alive when hundreds of performers converged on the City for the inaugural ‘Chris tmas in the Bay’. TECT’s funding support of $25,000 helped ensure a bigger and brighter Christmas celebration. Organised by the Tauranga Moana Youth Trust, the event had a strong Community focus and featured a range of shows that appealed to many different audience groups from young and old alike. The Tauranga event departed from traditional ‘Christmas in the Bay’ celebrations and implemented its own style and unique delivery, showcasing both national and local draw cards. As a community event, it was important to support and platform local artists.
A fully equipped, large and attractive stage was the centre-piece for the entire event, rivaled only by the special effects lighting and festive decorations adorning the venue. Deck chairs filled the park, picnic baskets were enjoyed, stalls were busy, the glow sticks lit the night sky and there was plenty of laughter and singing to be heard from afar. And of course, the main highlight for the kids was Santa who arrived by helicopter. Proceeds from the Event helped raise money for the Youth Trust whose aim is to inspire and create opportunities for youth in our region. This was an event that truly instilled itself on the City’s 2006 Calendar.
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