OUR SUPPORTERS

The J I Urquhart Family Trust
James Ian Urquhart – 23rd June 1934 – 13th September 2010
His Family Trust was established to provide financial support for Charities that have operations in the Canterbury West Coast area with emphasis on Health, Rescue and working with disadvantaged families and children. Ian Urquhart grew up in Kaitangata, South Otago. Post high school he began a 25 year career in Banking. He established a share club with friends which ran successfully for many years. Ian retired to Sumner and became a passionate gardener, usually sharing his produce with friends and neighbours.  The Family Help Trust is immensely grateful for the ongoing support from the legacy that James Ian Urquhart has left.  

Rata Foundation
The Rata Foundation's primary goal is to "help people first" and this is reflected in the way donations are allocated. Its priority is to channel its funds as effectively as it can, for the greatest possible benefit of the community and its people.

New Zealand Lottery Grants Board
Distributes the profits made from New Zealand state lotteries, such as Lotto and Instant Kiwi, for the benefit of New Zealand communities.

Through the generous support of a group of Ashburton Funders, Family Help Trust launched its Safer Family Service in mid Canterbury in 2022.

We are also highly appreciative of the ongoing support from:

• Maurice Carter Charitable Trust
• The Elizabeth Ball Charitable Trust
• Kiwi First