Christchurch Diocesan Earthquake Recovery Fund
Bishop Barry Jones, Catholic Bishop of Christchurch, established a recovery fund to manage the distribution of money received after the 4 September earthquake and subsequently. The goals of the Fund are to:
Information on the goals of the fund, eligibility, how to apply, and who has received money so far can be found here.
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- To alleviate human suffering.
- To assist community development and cultural activities especially those that seek to help rebuild community spirit and resilience in parishes and the wider community.
- To help parishes continue to meet the pastoral needs of their parishioners post-earthquake.
- To help parishes prepare for future events / improved disaster preparedness.
Information on the goals of the fund, eligibility, how to apply, and who has received money so far can be found here.
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