Rotary Club of Hastings Karamu Charitable Trust

To promote the improvement of literacy and numeracy. To improve our community by meeting needs through services and fundraising projects.  Community needs may include any of the following: needs of the aged or infirm needs of women and children needs of those affected by poverty public health needs To promote the development of leadership and vocational skills in the community. To improve any of the following: public amenities including public halls, libraries, museums, parks and gardens, sporting and pool facilities or a similar nature the natural environment protection of human life through rescue and emergency services protection and welfare of animals social rehabilitation services To provide assistance to other charitable organisations through hands on service, fundraising events and sponsorship. To provide other assistance to our community or other communities in times of disaster. To otherwise encourage participation in the community on a non-partisan basis.