The Thomas Hobson Trust was established under the will of the late Thomas Hobson for the purpose of providing grants to organisations within the district of the former Geraldine County.

In the main, projects should be confined to works which are of a capital nature (new works, extensions, improvements etc) and not works which are met from normal expenditure such as maintenance and repairs to existing facilities or amenities. Organisations applying for grants for capital projects must ensure that any fundraising towards the cost of the project is well advanced before the application is made. Grants cannot be made from the Trust unless the fundraising has advanced to the stage where the project will definitely proceed.

Public Trust administers the fund.  Timaru District Council administers the applications which are considered by the Temuka and Geraldine Community Boards.  The Boards make recommendations to the Public Trust who make the final decision.

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Last updated: 26 Nov 2025