Introduction to OCT

The Otago Community Trust is a philanthropic organisation which applies its Trust funds for charitable and other purposes which are of benefit to the community.

The Trust provides donations across the diverse sectors of art & culture, heritage, environment, education, sport and recreation and community welfare. These donations support important and innovative projects that provide improved standards of living, safety, health and welfare. Since its beginning, the Trust has distributed in excess of $100 million across the community.

The Trust funds its donations from the reinvestment of proceeds from the sale of its shares in the Trust Bank New Zealand in the mid 1990s. It aims to make wise investment decisions that preserve the original capital for future generations as well as having a healthy donations budget each year.

Vision

To be valued for the significant and positive contribution we make towards Otago being strong, vibrant and caring of its people, heritage and future.

We are committed to supporting, encouraging and enhancing Otago communities by responsibly managing and sharing the resources which have been entrusted to us.

Our region

There are 12 Community Trusts throughout New Zealand, each responsible for their own region. The map below indicates the specified area of the Otago Community Trust. This area is principally the provincial district of Otago excluding West Otago, Queenstown and Arrowtown districts.

Strategic Plan

Coming soon.

Our Logo

You can download our logo and a guide on its use here.

The Otago Community Trust operates under the Community Trusts Act 1999. This Act makes provision for the continued operation of Community Trusts established under the Trustee Banks Restructuring Act 1988. This Act is administered by the Department of Internal Affairs and you can find the detail on the New Zealand Government Legislation Web Site here.