AUCKLAND, Yesterday: Kiwis have smashed records, raising a massive $1.5 million for rescue helicopters through this year’s Westpac Chopper Appeal – the biggest total in the appeal’s history.
Auckland and Coromandel locals alone raised $276,180 for the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust, helping fund life-saving services across the region.
Sarah Hearn, Westpac NZ General Manager Product, Sustainability and Marketing said, “That people give so generously goes to show how they value the Chopper crews and the life-saving services they provide.”
“That people give so generously goes to show how they value the Chopper crews and the life-saving services they provide.” – Sarah Hearn
“I want to say a huge thank you to those who donated to a collector on Chopper Street Appeal Day, cycled the 230km from Queenstown to Invercargill in the Westpac Chopper Bike Ride, took part in a bake sale, quiz night or auction event, or contributed in some other way.”
“Every dollar remains in the region it was raised and goes to their local helicopter trust, helping them meet the rising costs of equipment, supplies and training.”
Hearn added, “Our staff are equally enthusiastic about working with locals to raise funds to help keep their communities safe. We’re proud that our connection with the rescue helicopters goes back over 40 years.”
Among Westpac-led fundraisers was the Auckland Chopper Quiz, pulling in an impressive $30,900 on its own. On top of its sponsorship, Westpac covers all admin and marketing costs for the appeal, meaning every cent raised goes straight to local helicopter trusts.
- Head to chopperappeal.co.nz to find out more or read real-life rescue stories.
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