Onehunga Youth Trust

We’re a little-known Onehunga-based youth trust, that grants scholarships to students at two local high schools, with the mission of making a significant impact on young people’s lives.

The 36 year-old Onehunga Youth Trust, is described by one of our founding members, Greg Woodcock, as “low key” – but its influence on people’s lives is just the opposite. In the early 90’s we funded youth and social workers to engage and support the youth of Onehunga. When this role was filled by other agencies, we then started to fund items for low-income families, such as school uniforms and course books.

The trust has since grown and now provides scholarships to one student per year. We alternate between Onehunga High School and One Tree Hill College, which are the schools in the original Onehunga and One Tree Hill boroughs.

The trust, which has awarded 25 scholarships over the years and we are looking for support from business and individuals to ensure we can continue to make a difference in students lives.

Board of Trustees:

Greg Woodcock - Trustee

Amanda Wellgreen - Trustee

Doreen Wakefield - Secretary

Roger Drake - Treasurer

Carrie Dressler - Chairperson