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Tekoa Charitable Trust

Business/Organisation Name: Tekoa Charitable Trust

Industry: Non-Profit / Charitable Organisation

Business Description / Website Purpose:

Tekoa Charitable Trust is a New Zealand-based charitable trust founded by Ryan and Carrie-Anne Kilfoil to support and strengthen families, particularly in times of crisis or pressure. Our vision is to provide holistic, Christ-centered support to families—offering respite, training, encouragement, and a pathway to God’s redemptive design for family life.

The trust takes its name from the Hebrew word “Tekoa” (תְּקוֹעַ), meaning “trumpet” or “a sudden thrust”—a call to action. We believe in being a clear voice that calls families back to health, faith, and hope.

Core Sections for the Website:

🟩 Homepage
Welcome message and introduction to Tekoa Trust.

Bold tagline: “To bring forth a sudden force of hope and healing for families.”

Visual references to countryside, peaceful retreat settings, happy children, and families.

Embedded scripture-inspired reflection (optional): “Blow the trumpet in Tekoa…” (Jeremiah 6:1)

🟩 About Page
Founders’ story (Ryan & Carrie-Anne Kilfoil).

Trust established in 2024.

Include a short description of the name “Tekoa” from its biblical context.

Summary of the trust deed and guiding principles (respecting Te Tiriti, cultural diversity, integrity, etc.)Charitable-Trust-Deed-T….

Purpose: Strengthen and validate the biblical definition of familyTekoa Trust Vision.

🟩 Our Vision & Mission
Vision: Support ordinary families struggling with the pressures of life.

Mission: Provide refuge, restoration, and relationship-strengthening resources.

Emphasis on holistic family wellness, grounded in Christian values.

🟩 Partner With Us
Call for financial donations or land partnerships.

Embed bank account details here (you’ll add these later securely).

Form or email CTA for those interested in donating land or offering skills/services.

Also include outreach to organisations that share similar values: “If you're part of a like-minded organisation, we’d love to explore ways to partner.”

🟩 How We Help
Future vision for the Trust’s work:

High-end accommodation for family retreats (like Flaxmill).

Parenting/relationship workshops.

Part-time childcare support during stays.

Tailored programs for professional or stressed families.

🟩 Contact Page
Simple form: Name, Email, Message.

Add optional dropdown: “I’m interested in: Financial support / Land partnership / Organisational collaboration / General enquiry”

Include social links or email (if applicable).

🟩 Footer
Registered charity details (if available).

Link to Trust Deed (PDF).

A short statement like: “All activities limited to Aotearoa / New Zealand”Charitable-Trust-Deed-T….

Optional scripture or Hebrew word for Tekoa as a visual motif.