Fundraise to the finish line: Riccarton Bush Trust
Nestled in the heart of Riccarton is a cultural and ecological remnant, an oasis of protected flora and fauna. Now more than ever, its preservation needs your help.
The Riccarton Bush Trust team are committed to conservation, and they need your support. On the home straight, with around $700,000 raised and the Resource Consent approved,
the movement is so close to its goal.
In early June, the Riccarton Bush Trust called for tenders for Stage 1 of their preservation project, and now only need to raise another $300,000 before work can begin, with an ideal start date of next autumn.
Help has streamed in, especially from the kindness of local people. Organisations such as the Christchurch City Council, Ben Gough Family Foundation, Lotteries Environment and Heritage, The Waimāero Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board, Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board, Sargood Foundation, Christchurch Airport Community Fund, and Christchurch Casino have all confirmed their support.
Join the efforts and donate directly on their website or contact Shona Willis, manager, at manager@riccartonhouse.co.nz or 027 544 0462 Always remember, the Trust is a registered charity which means your contribution may be tax deductible.
In thanking such generosity, the team have called on native wildlife terminology to respect and appreciate the donors.
Funding levels and recognition
Weta: $1000 – $4999
• A copy of Riccarton Bush: Pūtaringamotu
Edited by Prof. Brian Molloy
• Merchandise to the value of $50.00
• Recognition on Donor e-board
Waitaha Gecko: $5000 – $9999
• A copy of Riccarton Bush: Pūtaringamotu
Edited by Prof. Brian Molloy
• Merchandise to the value of $50.00
• Recognition on Donor e-board
• Private guided tour of Pūtaringamotu Riccarton Bush, up to 5 people
• Guided tour of Riccarton House, up to 5 people
Kereru: 10,000- $34,999
• A copy of Riccarton Bush: Pūtaringamotu
Edited by Prof. Brian Molloy
• Merchandise to the value of $100.00
• Recognition on Donor e-board
• Logo on website
• Private guided Tour of Pūtaringamotu Riccarton Bush, up to 10 people
• Riccarton House private guided tour, up to 5 people
• Free use of the boardroom – two times
Kahikatea: Over $35,000
• A copy of Riccarton Bush: Pūtaringamotu
Edited by Prof. Brian Molloy
• Merchandise to the value of $100.00
• Recognition on Donor e-board
• Logo on website
• Pūtaringamotu Riccarton Bush private guided tour, up to 20 people
• Riccarton House private guided tour, up to 10 people
• Free Use of the boardroom – four times
