We are Lightfoot

The Lightfoot Initiative Charitable Trust grew out of the increasing sense of urgency we have about climate change. But it’s more than that.

For the past century, how we use urban spaces has been dictated by the need to accommodate cars. This no longer feels right.

We’re not telling you to ditch your car – we just think that communities are more than roads. This isn’t about a two-wheeled revolution – it’s just about re-imagining transport use to serve the individual, the community and the planet.

The Lightfoot Initiative Board of Trustees
Mark | Amanda | Jennifer | Stephen | Hannah

Our Purpose 

Lightfoot’s purpose is to benefit communities within the Queenstown Lakes District by supporting the development and use of safer, healthier and more sustainable transport networks that encourage widespread mode shift and greater community connection.

We are committed to the following principles:

Equity – Everyone should be able to access active travel options;
Kaitiakitanga – Kaitiaki of this district should ensure it is healthy for future generations;
Global responsibility – Local actions protect the global environment;
Community – Connected people live, work and play better together;
Cumulative action – Many small steps create big change.