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Nga Tangata Microfinance Trust
Social Service
Today
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Description
Nga Tangata Microfinance Trust was established in 2010 by the Child Poverty Action Group, the New Zealand Council of Christian Social Services and the New Zealand Federation of Family Budgeting Services (NZFFBS). The loan capital is provided by Kiwibank. Good Shepherd Microfinance (GSM), operating in Australia since 1982, has provided advice, support and information.
The organisation has a vision is to alleviate poverty by building a more just and equitable society through promoting the economic and social wellbeing of all those living in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our contribution towards the achievement of this is by advocating for and assisting in the provision of safe, fair and affordable finance options that strengthen financial independence and inclusion.
Staff
Vijay Farley-Naiker – General Manager
Olive Stanley - My Money Kete Coordinator
Diane Hutton - Finance & Data Management Officer
Dorothy Otto – Loans Officer
Jane Gibbin – Loans Officer Support & Financial Mentor
Ages
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Access to Nga Tangata's nil interest loans is through partnering budgeting services - for instance, Tamaki Budgeting services the Tamaki area. Our Financial Mentors
Please email info@ntm.org.nz for more information on these services.
Fees and Charges Description
There is no charge for this service.
Hours
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Public Holidays: Closed Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct), Auckland Anniversary (26 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb). Open Otago Anniversary (23 Mar).
Languages Spoken
English
Services Provided
Ngā Tāngata provides GetControl Interest Free Loan (up to $5000). These loans help with costs like education fees, appliances, medical costs, vehicle repairs or paying off high-interest debt. The programme is about more than the loan, it's about providing customers with the financial capability through budgeting and mentoring to help break the cycle of poverty.
Ngā Tāngata provides GetControl Interest Free Loan (up to $5000). These loans help with costs like education fees, appliances, medical costs, vehicle repairs or paying off high-interest debt. The programme is about more than the loan, it's about providing customers with the financial capability through budgeting and mentoring to help break the cycle of poverty.
Service types: Budgeting and help with debt, Information, education & support.
Ngā Tāngata provides GetControl Interest Free Loan (up to $5000).
These loans help with costs like education fees, appliances, medical costs, vehicle repairs or paying off high-interest debt. The programme is about more than the loan, it's about providing customers with the financial capability through budgeting and mentoring to help break the cycle of poverty.
- NTM -Brochure (PDF, 1.9 MB)
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Online Booking URL
Region
Central Auckland, West Coast, Canterbury, Northland, South Auckland, Hutt, Taranaki, Waitaki, Hawke's Bay, Central Lakes, Central Auckland, Tairāwhiti, West Auckland, South Canterbury, Bay of Plenty, Southland, Waikato, Wellington, Dunedin - South Otago, MidCentral, East Auckland, Nelson Marlborough, Wairarapa, Whanganui, Lakes, North Auckland
Contact Details
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Email
Website
Postal Address
PO Box 90 464
Victoria Street West
Auckland 1142
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This page was last updated at 2:01PM on March 20, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by Nga Tangata Microfinance Trust.