About the Trust
The Brian Mason Scientific & Technical Trust was established in July 1991 to receive and allocate grants for the advancement of scientific and technical objectives in Canterbury and Westland, New Zealand.
The Objectives of the Trust Are
- Promote teaching, demonstration and public awareness of scientific and technical subjects
- Assist in the establishment and support of scientific and technical institutions
- Promote research in science and technology
- Promote public interest in scientific and technical subjects
To date the trust has granted funding to over 100 projects in Canterbury and Westland, New Zealand.
The Trustees
- Dr Brian Mason
- Mr Alan P Mason
- Mr J L Woodward
- The Dean of the School of Engineering at the University of Canterbury (Professor A Sutherland)
- The Vice Chancellor of Lincoln University (Dr Frank Wood)
- Dr Jane Shearer
The Trust is incorporated under the Charitable Trusts Act 1957.
The trustees meet twice a year to consider grants for projects which involve scientific or technical matters, whether research or education. Initially the trustees will favour projects in earth science but those in other areas of science and technology will be given consideration, whether from individuals, any educational institution, or any non profit making organisation which is managing a project within the policy guidelines.