In 1994, the Bay of Plenty Consumer Trust was established with the goal of retaining a portion of the local electricity company under community ownership. 30 years later, the registered charity – now named Trust Horizon – is celebrating three decades of transformational change in the Eastern Bay with a special 30th Anniversary Community Update.
Read MoreOver four years of extensive groundwork is bringing ground-breaking change to the Eastern Bay – and New Zealand – thanks to a collaborative effort and innovative approach from several leading charitable organisations and a social enterprise.
Read MoreWhakatāne’s Kingsley Scouts will soon be enjoying a cosy and well-lit den, thanks to a $13,534 grant from Trust Horizon.
Read MoreThe first phase of an ambitious social housing project in the heart of Kawerau is set to begin, with the approval of a $76,881 grant from Trust Horizon.
Read MoreWith every sunrise over the beautiful Eastern Bay of Plenty, Trust Horizon is saving on energy costs –thanks to its 18.5kW solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
Read MoreStudents across the Eastern Bay are honing a new set of STEAM skills, as they take on the challenge of designing and building their very own AquaBots.
Read MoreTrust Horizon’s Electoral Officer, Dale Ofsoske, advises that Kevin John HENNESSY has been elected as a trustee to Trust Horizon following an election which concluded at 12 noon on Monday, 2 October 2023.
Read MoreTrust Horizon has shared its 2023 Community Update – capturing a range of highlights from another strong year of transformational investment in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
Read MoreWhen nominations closed at 12 noon on Friday 4 August 2023 for the Trust Horizon election, a total of three nominations had been received. Find out who the candidates are here:
Read MoreTrust Horizon and TECT will invest an additional $1.5m to help more Bay of Plenty families afford to buy their own homes, despite not fitting mainstream mortgage criteria.
Read MoreThis Friday 7th July, nominations open for the 2023 Trust Horizon Trustees election. Two Trustee positions – one from the Kawerau District Council area, and one from the Ōpōtiki District Council area –will be open to nominations, with an election to take place in October this year.
Read MoreBetween the 19th to 28th August, over 8,000 locals and visitors were drawn into Whakatāne’s town centre to enjoy the Trust Horizon Light Up Festival – a series of light-based art installations stretching across the CBD.
Read MoreTrust Horizon has published its 2022 Community Update, sharing the highlights of another year of supporting positive change within the Eastern Bay.
Read MoreA new fund established by Trust Horizon providing lower-interest finance will help organisations in the Eastern Bay sustainably transition from high-carbon energy sources to renewables – lowering the barriers to transitioning to a low-carbon economy.
Read MoreIn 2020, Trust Horizon announced a shift in focus towards high impact investing to create lasting and measurable benefits in our local communities. Read about recent investments here.
Read MoreHave your say in bringing positive changes to the area and building a bright future in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Complete Trust Horizon’s new survey here:
Read MoreWell-insulated homes are known to lead to better health outcomes, keeping homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer. They also lead to lower energy bills, using up to 30% less energy than un-insulated homes.
Read MoreTrust Horizon has published its 2021 Community Update, outlining the highlights of another great year of positive change in the Eastern Bay community.
Read MoreTrust Horizon has introduced a new online platform – SmartyGrants – to make it easier than ever for local organisations to apply for the funding they need. It offers a simple and intuitive way for charities, societies, and other organisations to apply for energy-related funding. Since switching to the new system, the Trust has already approved close to a quarter of a million dollars in grants.
Read MoreAs part of their new vision to enable pride, prosperity, and people across the Eastern Bay of Plenty, the Eastern Bay Energy Trust (EBET) is announcing a shift in focus away from transactional grants, towards transformational community change and impact investing.
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