OUR HISTORY
A local idea. A lasting impact.
The story of practical support for local young people since 1991.
20 Young Lifeguards
Assistance toward costs of retraining for 20 young lifeguards at Omaha Lifeguard Service.
Equestrian Mounted Games
Assistance to attend the Equestrian Mounted Games in Lexington, Kentucky.
Shopping at The Warehouse
Young mother having difficulty with finances to clothe children. Met her at The Warehouse and we went shopping together. A very satisfying result.
Orthodontic Treatment
Funding for orthodontic treatment. Upper and lower braces.
Laptops for Students
Funding numerous new, and reconditioned laptops and iPads for students experiencing family hardship and students with dyslexia to assist in their learning.
Barista Course
Through Homebuilders Family Services, we funded a young lady who had suffered hardship and abuse to study a Barista course.
Concert in the Park for Eva
Air Force band plus local artists — a special community concert event.
Insulin Pump for 10-Year-Old
A 10-year-old girl diagnosed at age 4 with diabetes needed an insulin pump. The amount was large so KCYT managed a collaboration of organisations to reach the funding target.
Support for Budding Singers
Funded two budding singers to be tutored by world renowned New Zealand Soprano, Anna Leese.
Global Development Tour
College student selected as delegate for the prestigious UN Youth New Zealand Global Development Tour across Europe and New York. $4,000 toward costs.
Bicycle Purchase
A bicycle for a young son of a solo mother with 2 children.
Tuition Through Terminal Illness
Mother diagnosed with terminal cancer and had to cease work. KCYT funded extra tuition with Kip McGrath for two young sons with learning difficulties.
School & Scout Camp Fees
A follow-up for the same family assisted in November 2022. We funded School Camp fees and Scout camp fees to attend with their father.
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