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JT established a reputation of service to youth development through basketball in every aspect of the sport and in particular helping those in need, either financially or through access to opportunities, or both.
Below are a selection of photos of Justin and some of our grant recipients.
Our very first JT Trust Scholarship Recipient…
Saydez Torea
Click to watch the video showcasing how the JT Trust is helping change lives and create opportunities for children in the New Zealand basketball community.
From Naenae Primary School
Thanks to the JT Trust 4 of our Tamariki(as shown in the video) were able to participate in high-quality basketball training, an experience that would not have been accessible to them otherwise. This was their first opportunity to engage in training of this standard, and it made a real impact — not just in skills development, but in their confidence and enjoyment of the game. Over the two days, the students worked on key basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, and ball control through fun, game-based learning. The camp wrapped up each day with mini tournaments, and the Tamariki thrived in the competitive, team focused environment. All four JT Trust-supported students are now signed up to play for the Naenae Primary School team this term, and they are carrying the enthusiasm and skills they gained from the camp.
Tēnā koutou Jeff & trustees, We’re delighted to report back on the Basketball Camp held during the April school holidays — and to thank you sincerely for sponsoring four of our students to attend. Thanks to your generous support, these Tamariki from Naenae Primary were able to participate in high-quality basketball training, an experience that would not have been accessible to them otherwise. This was their first opportunity to engage in training of this standard, and it made a real impact — not just in skills development, but in their confidence and enjoyment of the game.
Over the two days, the students worked on key basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, and ball control through fun, game-based learning. The camp wrapped up each day with mini tournaments, and the Tamariki thrived in the competitive, teamfocused environment. All four JT Trust-sponsored students are now signed up to play for the Naenae Primary School team this term, and they are carrying the enthusiasm and skills from the camp into the season.
They’ve also made new friends from other schools and communities, growing a sense of connection to the wider basketball whānau. This experience has also fostered new bonds among parents. A Facebook chat group was created to coordinate transport and lunches, helping build a stronger parent community. Your sponsorship didn’t just support individual children — it also uplifted their families. From the Tamariki, their whānau, and the staff at Naenae Primary — thank you for your support. You’ve truly given these students an opportunity they’ll remember.
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Wellington Fillipino Sports Association
“On behalf of the Wellington Filipino Sports Association, I would like to thank the Justin Toebes Trust for supporting our teams. The funding from the JT Trust played a big part in the teams' preparation for the event (training facilities hire, equipment and gear), and in elevating the overall tournament experience for the players (through snacks, meals and activities).
Yours sincerelyPatrick “
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CJL with Lavar Ball
”Thank you for sponsoring me to go to the Lavar Ball camp. It was the best; way better than I ever thought it would be. He was really nice & he even knew my name . My favourite part was when he was giving me advice on my game when he was signing my shoes and my BBB T-shirt, it made me feel really special. I will remember this day forever & I hope that I get to meet him again. Thank you”
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Tanerau with Lavar Ball
“I would like to thank the board for sponsoring me so I could attend the Lavar Ball camp. I was super excited when my mum and dad told me the news and couldn't believe I was given this opportunity to meet Lavar.
I had so much fun being coached by him, the dribbling, running and catching, Lavar throwing the ball to me while I was running, learning about the numbering positioning when running the court, that the 2 and 3 should be the fastest and down the court first in their position ready to CATCH and shoot.
I was stoked I got my t shirt signed and most of all a photo with Lavar. Thank you so much, this meant a lot to me and a memory I'll have forever.”
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Special Olympics Team
“The very generous grant … that we last tuesday from the Justin Toebes Trust towards our basketball athletes registration fees for National Summer Games has provided a real ray of sunshine in an otherwise wet and misrable few weeks of Wellington weather!”
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Hutt Valley under 15 girls team
The girls team attending National age group tournament in Auckland 2023
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Wellington Samoan under 15 boys team
The boys team playing in the Matariki Basketball Festival July 2023
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Wellington Filipino boys U15
Action from the Filipino national age group tournament. The JT Trust supported the Wellington Filipino boys U15, U17, U19 teams to play in this event
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Replacement Balls for Special Olympics Team
Kia ora Jeff
Attached is a photo of our six new basketballs purchased with the grant from the JT Trust, enabling us to "retire" six of our most "elderly" balls. We managed to get them at 40% off the usual price so ended up spending $623.
The balls will get their first outing at our training session tomorrow
Thank you again to the JT Trust for the funds to make this happen for our athletes.
Regards
Christine Treasurer Special Olympics.
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Tyrelle from Viard College
Represented Porirua at the Under 16 national tournament held in Christchurch. The JT Trust supported Tyrelle covering registration and a new pair of BB boots.
Our Role:
Respect
Respect and implement the dual heritage of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi).
Support
Support programmes and services that promote the all-round well-being of young people and children.
Encourage
Encourage participation in the sport of Basketball in the Greater Wellington Region as an amateur game which provides health, recreation and other community benefits, particularly for young people at risk.
Fund
Fund via sponsorship, donations and all other appropriate means the assistance and development of young people.
Partner
To partner with other organisations, that in doing so will enhance the delivery of the Trust’s aims and objectives
Our Role:
Respect
Respect and implement the dual heritage of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi).
Support
Support programmes and services that promote the all-round well-being of young people and children.
Encourage
Encourage participation in the sport of Basketball in the Greater Wellington Region as an amateur game which provides health, recreation and other community benefits, particularly for young people at risk.
Fund
Fund via sponsorship, donations and all other appropriate means the assistance and development of young people.
Partner
To partner with other organisations, that in doing so will enhance the delivery of the Trust’s aims and objectives
Our Role:
Respect
Respect and implement the dual heritage of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi).
Support
Support programmes and services that promote the all-round well-being of young people and children.
Encourage
Encourage participation in the sport of Basketball in the Greater Wellington Region as an amateur game which provides health, recreation and other community benefits, particularly for young people at risk.
Fund
Fund via sponsorship, donations and all other appropriate means the assistance and development of young people.
Partner
To partner with other organisations, that in doing so will enhance the delivery of the Trust’s aims and objectives
