At the heart of our community
As a community-focused trust, we provide support for local initiatives, facilities and events that bring vibrancy, connectedness, growth and economic benefits to the region. Our transformational funding process brings life to grassroots organisations and large-scale multi-million-dollar projects alike. Since our establishment in 1993, we've been at the heart of our community making a difference with our distributions. We provide funding and rebates in the Western Bay of Plenty and Tauranga regions.
What our grant recipients say
Tauranga Hockey
THIRD TURF
"We are grateful for TECT’s support in helping us construct the third turf. With more turf capacity we will get more young players starting a lifelong love of the sport, and we will attract more high-level hockey events to the region and the economic benefits they bring. It’s an incredible asset for our region." Read more.
AIMS Games Trust
AIMS GAMES
"TECT has been a long-standing and hugely important contributor to the Anchor AIMS Games. That support means we are able to reach more people around New Zealand and globally, while each year providing a professional, world-class event which creates long-lasting memories for our athletes." Read more.
Pushing Arts in NZ Trust
STREET PRINTS MAUAO FESTIVAL
"Thank you TECT for supporting our vision to bring beautiful art to the public. We had international and local artists create 20 largescale murals, held art workshops and ran a youth mentoring programme, all to bring people together, build connections and add some beauty to our streets." Learn more.
Otumoetai Tennis Club
TURF RESURFACING
"TECT’s generous donation allowed us to upgrade all 8 of our court turfs which were showing noticeable signs of wear and tear after 16 years of use. We are so appreciative of the support which will ensure our whole community can enjoy the facilities for many years to come." View photos.
Film BOP
ATTRACTING SCREEN PRODUCTIONS TO THE BAY
"TECT’s ongoing support has enabled us to grow in so many ways; we’re building relationships with key players in the industry, facilitating increased productions in the region and continually upskilling local filmmakers." Read more.
Making a transformational difference with our giving
Each year, the TECT grants programme makes funding available to community organisations and initiatives.
The proposed funds for 2025/20256 are as follows:
$6,058,674
Community Development
Supporting the people at the heart of our community.
$4,401,693
Community Facilities
The places, spaces and facilities that make our region a wonderful place to live.
$1,332,717
Community Events
The cultural, sports and art events that bring our community together.
$12,279,691
Facilities of Regional Significance
Significant regional projects that will deliver inter-generational benefit and have wide impact.
$4,334,908
Catalyst for Change
Proactive funding where priorities are identified through research and consultation.
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The Kollective
DX Box HP40007
Tauranga 3112
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The Kollective,
145 17th Avenue,
Tauranga, New Zealand
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07 578 5094
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