Our popular governance training course is back!
Led by Dawn Sangster, this one-day workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to your organisation's success.When we held this course in May it was fully subscribed, so if you want to attend sign up quick.Course topics covered:What constitutes good governanceGovernance versus managementVision / strategy / purposeCode of Conduct / Board cultureGovernance policies / ComplianceHealth & SafetyMeeting management and agendaFinancial reportingGovernance panel with...
June 25, 2025Spotlight: Welcoming Newcomers to the Clutha District
Gloria McHutchon QSM is generous with her time. It’s challenging to find a club in West Otago that she hasn’t been involved with. Originally from North Auckland, Gloria moved to West Otago to marry local sheep farmer Alex McHutchon. Her volunteering journey began with Plunket, ahead of the birth of her first child. Over the years her volunteering CV has grown to include organisations such as Tapanui West Otago Promotions, Heriot RSA Committee, Rural Women, and more.Gloria’s ethos: Seeing a...
June 17, 2025Supporting the wellbeing & development of our tamariki
Tapanui Primary School playground is getting a makeover. Thanks to the generosity of the community, dedicated mahi of volunteers, and a $7,000 grant from Clutha Foundation, Tapanui Primary has transformed its ageing playground into a safe, modern play space. The previous wooden fort had stood for over 40 years and was in place when the current Principal’s husband was a student. It has been replaced with a modern tower featuring a rock-climbing wall and spiral slide. Additionally, existing equi...
May 8, 2025CACTUS equips Clutha youth for success
Free to Clutha residents in years 8-13, Combined Adolescent Challenge Training Unit (CACTUS) empowers young people to reach their full potential. A project of the Clutha District Youth Council, CACTUS fosters fitness, self-esteem, and confidence in a nurturing team atmosphere.Strengthening the ties between participants and their community is a key part of the programme. Each training session concludes with a group breakfast, allowing participants and trainers to share a meal together....
March 11, 2025Accelerating action this International Women's Day
Research tells us that women give more and give more often compared to their male counterparts. They often approach philanthropy as learners, eager to "do good better", while spreading their giving across more sectors of society....
March 6, 2025Clutha Foundation announces 2024-25 funding recipients
Clutha Foundation has distributed funding to 10 community groups during the 2024-25 funding round. Over $245,945 has been granted to Clutha organisations since 2020.This year’s grants come from pass-through funding from Otago Community Trust and funds distributed from Barry & Helen Pannett Family Endowment, Brian & Pauline Dodds Endowment, Lyddon Farms Endowment, Blair Cross Endowment Fund, and the Owaka & Districts Fund.Clutha Budget Advisory Service received a grant for their fin...
February 25, 2025Supercharge your giving - give and get your tax back
Supercharge your charitable giving with Clutha Foundation! Donating through Clutha Foundation supports great local causes, plus it unlocks a 33% tax rebate for you.How to get money back for your charitable givingWhen you donate through Clutha Foundation, you can reclaim 33% of what you give through a tax rebate*. For instance, when you donate $30, you can claim $10 back from the tax that you have already paid into the government coffers. Donate $300 and you can claim $10...
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