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Welcome to SHFT

Through steady action, we work together to bring our community and youth closer together!

Our vision

Strengthening the fabric of the Saddle Hill Community, by enabling everyone to be thriving, healthy, happy, connected, valued, known and loved.

Our mission:

Saddle Hill Foundation Trust is here to provide opportunities for connection, empowerment, wellbeing and positive change through:

  • Programmes to develop the skills and confidence of youth
  • Services to provide connection and help to our wider community – Shop n’ Taieri
  • Events and activities to promote growth and support for children & families/whānau in the Taieri
  • Social Enterprise to provide funding to keep our programs cheap/free

Our values:

Saddle Hill Foundation Trust values are based on Christian principles, including:

  • Being non-judgmental, encouraging, empowering, respectful and accepting of diversity and cultural differences.
  • Showing integrity, justice & fairness, fun, joy, financial prudence, professionalism and passion.