frequently asked questions
- What is the Rural Communities Trust?
- Who does it help?
- Does the Rural Communities Trust award grants for study?
- Is there anything that the Trust will not fund?
- How do I become a member?
- What corporate companies already support The Rural Communities Trust?
- How many grants has the Rural Communities Trust approved so far?
- What next?
What is the Rural Communities Trust?
The Rural Communities Trust (RCT) was formed in 1982 to provide help for people in rural communities whose needs are impacted by rural isolation.
Who does it help?
The Rural Communities Trust is committed to building an ongoing partnership between commercial organisations that service the rural sector, to provide for:
- The general welfare of rural communities by the maintenance, establishment and enhancement of services and facilities in rural communities.
- The welfare of individuals and families with special emphasis on health and educational needs.
Each year the Trust approves grants for individuals where their location impacts on their ability to access health and welfare services and activities such as sports, travel, accomodation or education.
Principal members
ANZ National Bank Ltd
Farmers Mutual Group
Genetic Technologies Ltd
Merial NZ Ltd
Telecom
Transpower NZ Ltd
Federated Farmers of NZ Inc
Associate members
Ballance Agri-Nutrients Ltd
Donaghys Industries Ltd
Elders NZ Ltd
Gallagher Group
Landcorp Farming Ltd
PGG Wrightson
Syngenta Crop Protection Ltd
The Adams Trust