NZCT grants Clive Rugby $30K for Innovative Training Gym Container.

New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT) has granted Clive Rugby & Sports Club in Hawke’s Bay $30,000 to support the creation of a new training gymnasium using a 40ft modified container.

Keri Gardiner, Sportslink Communications/Funding Manager says, “To be effective, the Ngaki project required a new container unit for a shared training space. This funding from NZCT provides a cost-effective solution for accessible physical health support.”

Anthony Taueki, Junior Rugby Club Convenor and Ngaki Project Manager adds, “The new facility will provide a wheelchair-accessible space for wellness coaches, making our programmes more inclusive.”

The Ngaki Project integrates senior and junior rugby and sports kaupapa with te whare tapa whā and Te Tiriti O Waitangi. The project delivers diverse activity modules for all ages and fitness levels, connecting with local sports and promoting a barrier-free experience.

NZCT’s GM of Grants, Marketing, and Communications Ben Hodges adds “This is a really innovative and inclusive initiative by the club. I can’t wait to see it up and running and helping the club to reach out to new parts of the community. NZCT is grateful for the responsible gaming fundraising partnership we share with the Clive Hotel that made our grant possible.”

Production of the container is already underway and expected to be completed by September.