Taro Patch Creative Charitale Trust
Taro Patch Creative Charitable Trust was established to advance education and provide community benefit through the creative industries, with a focus on cultural preservation, health and wellbeing, storytelling and creative opportunity.
We believe creativity can transform lives.
It creates belonging. Builds confidence. Preserves identity. Opens pathways. Strengthens communities. From grassroots workshops and youth programmes to digital storytelling and community initiatives, we are building a platform where Māori and Pacific creatives are supported to tell their stories on their own terms.
Creative
Programmes
We deliver workshops, mentoring, artist development and hands-on training opportunities across film, media, visual arts and storytelling.
Programmes include:
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Patch Lab
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Scribble Squad
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Creative workshops and wānanga
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Youth mentorship initiatives
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Artist residencies and exhibitions
Storytelling & Screen
We support Māori and Pacific-led storytelling across:
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Film and television
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Digital media
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Podcasts and vodcasts
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Online content
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Community storytelling projects
Our work champions authentic narratives, cultural representation and indigenous creative leadership.
Community Wellbeing
Our space also serves as a hub for:
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Hauora initiatives
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Hula and movement classes
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Legal walk-in clinics
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Community talanoa and gatherings
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Cultural workshops
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Creative healing spaces
We understand wellbeing holistically and recognise the importance of spaces where people feel safe, connected and empowered.
Our Space
Located at 9 Dunnotar Road, Papatoetoe, Tāmaki Makaurau, our multi-use creative hub brings together artists, storytellers, organisations and communities under one roof.
The space is used for:
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Workshops and classes
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Filming and photography
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Community events
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Rehearsals and performances
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Creative development
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Cultural gatherings and talanoa
Support Our Kaupapa
Taro Patch Creative Charitable Trust relies on partnerships, funding, sponsorship and community support to continue delivering accessible creative and wellbeing initiatives.
You can support us through:
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Donations
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Sponsorship
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Programme partnerships
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Volunteering
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Creative collaborations
Together, we can continue building sustainable creative pathways and culturally grounded spaces for future generations.
Contact Us
9a Dunnotar Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland, 2025
