Techspan Group prides itself in supporting local community charity organisations. Helping to make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate.
Down Syndrome Association
The Auckland Down Syndrome Association Inc (“ADSA”) is a family / whanau support organisation that provides information and support for people with Down syndrome and their families. ADSA was established by parents in 1981. Today ADSA is still run by parents, grandparents and siblings. ADSA employs a Community Liaison Officer and a Librarian who are available to assist members.
DRIFT KIDZ - A Youth Motorsport Experience
DRIFT KIDZ is an event designed to provide a ‘motorsport experience’ for youth charities. A ‘ride along’ passenger experience in a full production Drift Race Car.
Drifting is a fairly new motorsport which is premiered in New Zealand at the D1NZ Pro/Pro Sport Championships every year.
DRIFT KIDZ, founded by THTGUY Drift (aka Jake Fastnedge), hope’s to provide a transforming experience – thanks to the exhilaration from such a fast exciting motorsport. This technically demanding motorsport code is also challenges attitudes towards how young people drive on the road. Being side-ways at speed, in a controlled safe environment.
The youth selected for DRIFT KIDZ are drawn from the participating youth charity.
Westpac Rescue Helicopter
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter service provides a dedicated 24-hour, seven day a week service. This service often makes a life or death difference for thousands of people. Westpac Rescue Helicopters are like a fully equipped intensive care unit in the sky. From a defibrillator for a premature baby to full life support systems, Westpac Rescue Helicopters are equipped to deal with any situation.