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Description/contact info.
Expires
    CE/PL001    
BIOTRUCK
After successfully completing the world's first carbon neutral expedition by driving from the UK to Timbuktu in a truck fuelled by chocolate biodiesel, the BioTruck team is now preparing for their next eco-adventure, flying from the UK to Outer Mongolia in June 2008 using a fuel made from landfill waste. Starting from the Eden Project, they’ll be using the low-carbon fuel to power the BioTruck and two small powered paragliders to prove the viability of the bio-aviation fuel made from rubbish. It’s a technology that could soon have all passenger flights cutting carbon and putting rubbish to good use. Far from hair-brained eco-nonsense, this expedition is being monitored by independent experts who will certify the carbon footprint and ecological value. The team is looking for a single title sponsor that can meet the £80,000 operating budget for the expedition, but can also consider smaller contributions for a share of the exposure. The expedition organiser and former journalist, Andy Pag, has a proven track record for generating and managing media interest and delivering a genuinely environmentally beneficial expedition which has proved to be beyond criticism. The last expedition generated £200k of media value. A partial list of coverage can be seen here. This next expedition is set to double that level of media exposure, with numerous journalists keen to do follow up stories after the chocolate trip and a website that boasts 10,000 page impressions per week and commitments from four major TV broadcasters in the UK and internationally. "Plans for our next expedition have already appeared in the Sun newspaper (8” column + photo) and the Daily Mirror has agreed to run an exclusive feature when we announce our title sponsor". Contact: Andy Pag. Tel.: +44 (0)797 494 2796. E-mail: andy@weddingstreams.co.uk.
link to website

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL002     CIWEM'S ENVIRONMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2010
CIWEM's Environmental Photographer of the Year is an international showcase for the very best in environmental photography.In its fourth year, EPOTY is one of the fastest growing photographic competitions in the world, with 2,500 pictures entered in 2009 from over sixty countries (see www.ciwem.org/arts/photographer). Sponsorship benefits include    perfect platform for the sponsor to express their commitment to environmental stewardship and enhance a brand their clients can be proud of    high level promotion through online and print marketing    fantastic international media coverage, including the Sydney Herald, Singapore's Straits Times, The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, The Independent and the BBC    recognition from the highest level, such as Gordon Brown's selection of CIWEM's Young Environmental Photographer of the Year 2009 to take Number 10's official Christmas card    high profile environmental association by working with the historical Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management    involvement with a competition that captures the current zeitgeist of environmental awareness. Contact: Emily Doyle. Address: 15 John Street, London WC1N 2EB. Tel.: 020 7831 3110. Fax: 020 7405 4967. E-mail: emily@ciwem.org.
link to website

Sponsorship opportunities

Category sponsorship for The Natural World; Quality of Life; Innovation in the Environment; The Underwater World; A View From the Western World; or CIWEM's Young Environmental Photographer of the Year

Overall sponsorship for the Environmental Photographer of the Year exhibition programme

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL003     CLOUDCUCKOOLAND/OP PRODUCTION
Cloudcuckooland is a music theatre comedy for kids and their families. It's riotous, funny and a touch irreverent, but carries a serious message about not messing up the planet. It's performed by six actor musicians who play twenty-two instruments between them; the musicianship is stunning and a great inspiration for kids. It was created in the Spring of 2008 with an initial one-off grant from the Onassis Programme and toured the UK, then played for a month at the Edinburgh Festival. It got excellent reviews, much feature coverage and was nominated for the Total Theatre Awards. The Observer picked it in its top seven pieces of theatre at the Edinburgh Festival from thousand of shows. Most importantly, for the company, it has fabulous feedback from kids, parents and teachers. The story follows an attempt by the birds to take revenge on humans for trashing their habitats. It features a gallery of beautiful and hilarious bird characters (the trombone-playing flamingo on stilts, and the trumpeting dodo with his zimmer frame) and culminates in the chickens trying to roast Gordon Brown for Sunday lunch unless he agrees to their climate change demands. The whole project aims to be ecologically sound and practice the message it preaches, but with with wit and humility. The company was helped in the creation of the show by a number of organisations, from the RSPB to the Carbon Trust. Many programmers from the UK and worldwide saw the show in Edinburgh and want to book it. One commented: 'I just wanted to say how impressed I was with Cloudcuckooland in Edinburgh. I thought it was unique, exciting and streets ahead of all the other children's shows at the Fringe'. The company would love to take the show to more kids around the UK and the world (together with a programme of workshops and participation events). However, they need a sponsor to be able to do that. They envisage this will be a company whose priorities are children getting involved in music and the arts and/or spreading a message of ecological responsibility in a fun way. The company can     Put the sponsors name and logo on all print, adverts, press releases, mailings, posters, etc.    distribute flyers/product samples with their mailings and at events    have display material in foyers    include adverts in their programme    host the sponsor's guests, with complementary tickets and entertainment opportunities    and be extremely grateful! The project is managed by Helen Eastman at OP Production Ltd.. Helen has a strong track record in producing and managing large scale arts events and UK and international touring. "We have raised a proportion of funds needed from donations (donors include Dame Judy Dench and Nobel Laureate Seamus Heaney) but need to secure £10,000 of sponsorship. We hope to find a great working relationship with a new sponsor". Further information, a selection of photos and reviews and examples of previous print and programmes are available on request. Contact: Helen Eastman. Address: 17 Shorts Gardens, London WC2H 9AT. Tel.: 07770 277812 or 020 7836 6798. E-mail: helen.eastman@classics.ox.ac.uk

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL004     ECOCAB MEDIA LTD
EcoCabs are a fun and innovative answer to inner-city congestion in our big cities. They are an eco-friendly way of getting from A-B over short distances, helping to reduce traffic congestion and the city's carbon footprint. These pedal powered vehicles, funded entirely by corporate sponsors, allow consumers to enjoy a free and friendly trip where they live, work and play. In return, participating sponsors are able to brand their EcoCab fleet and interact with consumers while on route, offering everything from special incentives to free product samples. "EcoCabs are Fun, Friendly and Free!" Contact: Philip Collier. Tel.: 0800 328 5834. E-mail: info@ecocabmedia.com.
link to website

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL005    
THE GREEN BLUE
The Green Blue is a trailblazing initiative developed by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and the British Marine Federation (BMF) to deliver real world solutions and best practice guidance to the recreational marine sector to minimise its impact on the coastal and inland marine environment. The organisation focusses on high impact awareness raising through published materials, targeted publicity, presence at marine events and support from high profile ambassadors, including Mike Golding and Dee Caffari, delivering practical demonstration projects (e.g. boat washdown systems or recycling facilities), building a bank of research to ensure their work is scientifically underpinned and making information available to assist in the preparation of Environmental Impact Statements for marine businesses. Sponsorship opportunities range from strategic partnerships through to one-off events, including the Annual Conference and theme specific workshops and launches. Benefits and rights can include    prominent logo placement    co-branding of PR and communications    brand association with a leading edge marine environmental programme    access to the whole UK recreational boating sector (over 3.5 million participants) and to a RYA/BMF combined membership of 500,000 people and 1,600 businesses    promotional opportunities, including the Southampton and London International Boat Shows    event branding, pre/post event publicity    opportunities to showcase the sponsor's Corporate Social Responsibility    participation of the sponsor's stakeholders and staff in Green Blue events    and access to Green Blue's network of partners to assist the sponsor in meeting their environmental policy targets. The Green Blue is the leader of the fleet as an increasingly well-known environmental marine brand surrounded by a fast-growing network of support and interest. The Green Blue is unique and innovative: it is the first programme of its kind to be developed for any recreational sector in the UK and is well placed to help a potential sponsor's organisation enhance its reputation, reach and environmental performance. Contact: Jane Swan, Partnership Officer. Address: RYA House, Ensign Way, Hamble, SO31 4YA. Tel.: 02380 604100. Fax: 02380 604299. E-mail: jane@rya.org.uk.
link to website

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL006    
LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Lakes for Living, Lakes for Life is a first in the UK. It will bring together senior decision makers from all over the world to enjoy enthusiastic discussion of how those involved in business, the community and the environment can and should work together for the benefit of lake environments. The conference will be jointly hosted by the Environment Agency and Lake District National Park Authority in the perfect location of the Lake District National Park, England's largest National Park and home to the country's longest 'mere', Windermere, deepest water, Wastwater and tallest 'pike', Scafell. The venue for the event will be the four-star Low Wood Hotel, which occupies a privileged shoreline setting offering fine views across Lake Windermere. The organisers can offer potential sponsors an excellent platform to promote their organisation within this renowned location and stunning environment. The conference aims to bring together all those who work with lakes worldwide and contribute to the development of the network of practitioners across Europe and beyond. Over 150 senior decision makers and influencers are expected to attend from environmental, economic and community sectors associated with Lakeland access across the globe. Through workshops, site visits and key note speeches, the conference will deliver and collate the very best of experience and current practice. In addition, delegates will benefit from the chance to build networks with overseas colleagues and learn about their successes and experiences. Delegates taking part in the debate will come from worldwide organisations including the Living Lakes Network in Europe and beyond and the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) in the US and Canada, as well as a host of key UK environmental alliances including Natural England, The National Trust, the RSPB and the Forestry Commission. Together with the strong presence of organisations with an economic direction, such as Cumbria Tourism and the North West Development Agency, their combined experiences will enrich the conference and contribute to future worldwide lake management policy. The day programme includes energising and inspiring international presentations by key sector representatives. Structured workshops will address each element of the mix to explore and understand the core issues. Delegates will also enjoy practical site visits to see exemplars of environmental, community and business initiatives to stimulate discussion between all those who work in the economic, environmental and community sectors within lake catchments. Each destination catchment has its share of problems, attractions and opportunities. A programme of evening entertainment will add a lighter touch to the proceedings as delegates are invited to enjoy the company of new found friends and colleagues against the magnificent backdrop of the Lake District. "We will forge strong working relationships with all our sponsors to identify the potential synergies between our organisations and ensure our objectives are aligned and promoted effectively. There are a number of sponsorship packages available which are outlined in the conference brochure, A Slice of the Action, available via the download button. These can be tailored to your individual requirements which we would be pleased to discuss further". Contact: Julian Smith, External Fundraiser. Address: Murley Moss, Oxenholme Road, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 7RL. Tel.: 01539 792605. E-mail: julian.smith@lake-district.gov.uk.
link to website (Lakes For Living, Lakes For Life conference)
link to website (Lake District National Park Authority)

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Ongoing
    CE/PL007    



THE LANDSCOPE PROJECT AT DARTINGTON
The landscope project is a flagship initiative of the Dartington Hall Trust to attract and support social and environmental enterprises to set up new ventures to demonstrate sustainable land use on the 1,200 acre Dartington Hall estate in South Devon. The first two successful projects have recently been given the go ahead. The first is a social enterprise delivering land-based education to excluded adolescents from urban areas. The second is a woodland charity that aims to create and restore the network of woodlands stretching from Dartmoor to the River Dart. A further three projects are sought to launch in 2007. Contact: Julie Richardson, Director of Landscope. Address: The Dartington Hall Trust, The Elmhirst Centre, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6EL. Tel.: 01803 849390. E-mail: landscope@dartington.org
link to website

Sponsorship opportunities include:

    Support for the piloting of the landscope project until it becomes self-financing in the year 2009
    Support for developing educational materials to extend the reach of the landscope project to other landowners in the UK
     Support for a one-day symposium exploring the challenges and opportunities of climate change and peak oil in the south west of England, showcasing landscope as an example of social and environmental enterprise
     Support for new start up ventures within the landscope family

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Ongoing
    CE/PL008    
THE NATIONAL TRUST
The National Trust is Europe's leading conservation charity, with over 3.4 million loyal members. It cares for historic properties, internationally acclaimed gardens, coastline and countryside for everyone to enjoy, both now and in the future. The Trust is looking to work with like-minded companies on a variety of commercially attractive sponsorship opportunities. A relationship with The National Trust sends out a clear message about commitment to conservation, the environment and the preservation of our nation's heritage. Research has shown that Trust members see commercial partnerships as a clear endorsement of the brand or product. Promotional opportunities drive sales whilst benefiting from a positive association with the Trust in the minds of customers. Contact: Elin Horgan, Corporate Partnerships Manager. Address: The National Trust, Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2NA. Tel.: 01793 817507. E-mail:
elin.horgan@nationaltrust.org.uk
link to website

Current opportunities include:

     Major programme sponsorship top tier sponsorship packages based around key areas of the Trust's work including Gardens, Discovery and Outdoors
     National Trust Music Festival: twelve high profile summer concerts at four key Trust properties
     From Plot to Plate - a series of over one hundred events focusing on growing, producing and cooking food
     Working Holidays scheme - the longest running National Trust volunteering programme with over 4,000 participants annually

Bespoke sponsorship packages can be created to meet the sponsor's marketing objectives, but the benefits of working with the National Trust include:

    Association with the powerful and trusted National Trust brand
    Access to 3.4 million National Trust members, 82% ABC1
    Coverage and acknowledgement in National Trust communications
    Excellent corporate social responsibility and PR story

Sponsor branding opportunities

    Corporate hospitality at some of the nation's most prestigious properties
    Staff benefits including free entry passes and an employee volunteering programme

Members

    3.4 million members/1.7 million households
    82% are ABC1
    37% 35-54 years families with children under 16
    39% 45-64 years independent adults

Visitors

    13 million visits to houses and gardens each year
    50 million visits to coast and countryside spaces each year
    500,000 visits by school children each year
    80% of the population live within twenty miles of a National Trust property

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL009     RSPB
The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and wildlife, helping to create a better world for us all. Its work is driven by a passionate belief that     birds and other wildlife enrich people's lives     the health of bird populations reflects the health of the planet, on which our future depends    we all have a responsibility to protect biodiversity. Contact: Neil Barton, Sponsorship Manager. Address: RSPB Headquarters, The Lodge, Sandy, Bedfordshire SG19 2DL. Tel.: 01767 680551. E-mail: neil.barton@rspb.org.uk
link to website

Opportunities

The RSPB can tailor sponsorship packages to sponsors' needs. What does the RSPB do?

    It champions birds and the environment to decision makers
    It protects, restores and manages habitats for birds and wildlife
    It owns or manages more than 190 nature reserves, where wildlife can flourish and people can be inspired
    It carries out recovery projects for our most threatened species
    It shares its knowledge and enthusiasm to help young and old enjoy the natural world
    It champions the cause of biodiversity as part of sustainable development
    It is active across the UK at national, regional and local levels - its work is relevant to everyone's environment
    It tackles international conservation issues through the Birdlife International Partnership - a global coalition of like-minded conservation organisations

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL010    
SKYSCHOOL AND ADVENTURE EXPEDITIONS
Following the successful use of paramotors on a major scientific expedition by the Scientific Exploration Society in the Bolivian Amazonas during 2007, it is proposed to develop the concept of using paramotors and all terrain vehicles, working together on a series of scientific projects. A small team of experts have come together to plan the ventures and they consist of the following individuals: John Blashford Snell, Scientific Exploration Society; Alex Ledger, SkySchool Flight Centre; Alan Morton, Proactive TV. The first expedition is to Botswana and the aim is to research areas of scientific interest as well as support the local community. Proactive TV have agreed to film the expeditions with the aim of placing them on either Channel 4 or the Discovery Channel. The charity Just a Drop has also agreed to support the expedition. These expeditions are clearly advantageous for either a single main sponsor or a variety of different sponsors. "We therefore propose that interested parties should contact us to discuss the options available". Contact: Alex Ledger. Address: Rams Hill Farm, Manston, Sturminster Newton, Dorset DT10 1HD. Tel.: 07747 097527. E-mail: alex@skyschooluk.com
link to website

Ongoing
CE/PL011
UK AWARE
Taking place at Olympia on the 17th and 18th April, 2009, UK AWARE is the UK's only green consumer exhibition with a proven track record and a loyal following. UK AWARE offers products and services which help people to reduce their carbon emissions without compromising the modern lifestyle. The events offer people the chance to explore market options in a simple, interactive and understandable way. UK AWARE illustrates how modern life and considerate living can compliment each other, and how greener living will save visitors money whilst giving a good feeling about doing the right thing for our planet's future. Sponsors' logos will be in prestigious company, sitting alongside media partners The Independent and also the LDA, The Energy Saving Trust, The Ecologist, New Consumer, thelondonpaper, TBB, Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace and London 21. During the marketing campaign for UK AWARE, sponsors will reach an audience of 1.7-2 million people in the London area and 460,000 people at the national level. The footfall at UK AWARE will be around 12,000, ranging from children to pensioners. Event attractions include    an impressive exhibitor list, encompassing car manufacturers, banks, magazines, charities, organic food delivery companies, energy providers, renewable energy, eco-tourism companies and many, many more    60+ expert speakers from organisations such as Ikea, The Green Party, the London Assembly, Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace, London School of Economics, Futerra, People and Planet, Trevor Baylis Brands, Young Peoples Trust for the Environment, Encraft and even an Arctic explorer. It is important to note that UK AWARE sponsors will be very publicly seen to be supporting UK green industries. They will be strategically placing themselves as green champions in the UK market, and will be considered as market leaders in their industry. Sponsorship opportunities are available at all budget levels. Contact: Danny Carnegie. Address: PO Box 562, London UB5 9JZ. Tel.: 0208 842 7500. E-mail: danny@ukaware.com.
link to website

 

Ongoing
    CE/PL012    

THE WILDLIFE TRUSTS FOR BIRMINGHAM & THE BLACK COUNTRY: INTERNATIONAL DAWN CHORUS DAY
International Dawn Chorus Day boasts a position as one of the most enduring and popular annual environmental events on the calendar. The simple concept is of early morning gatherings to hear the dawn chorus at nature reserves, parks or other open spaces, often followed by a healthy, hearty breakfast. The history and background to this exciting event is documented on www.idcd.info, the IDCD website. Participating UK organisations include The Wildlife Trusts, RSPB, Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, National Trust, English Nature, Scottish Natural Heritage, Local Authority Ranger Services and very many more, down to small local groups. Birdwatch Ireland organises a busy programme of events in Eire. Thousands of individuals make the effort to rise early and appreciate Nature's daily miracle on International Dawn Chorus Day. Millions more get to here about the event and learn more about the need to conserve wild birds. Excellent press and media coverage was achieved, mostly in the UK, but also with a good profile in North America, Europe and elswhere in the world. The message of International Dawn Chorus Day is a simple one, allowing hundreds of organisations to raise the profile of their essential conservation work for wild birds and their habitats. The colours and sounds of wild birds make this a sponsorship opportunity well suited to multi-media promotion, especially using the web. International Dawn Chorus Day needs sponsorship support so that the organisation can encourage a greater number of event registrations; run a telephone/email support service for event organisers and help people find their local event; and also to raise the profile of the event even higher. The UK organisers also want to increase their contact with overseas event organisers, especially in Europe, North America, Australasia and Southern Africa. This is a package with great appeal for a UK-based organisation. The organisers have been able to make International Dawn Chorus Day a remarkable success - with your support, they say, it could be the biggest international wildlife event of all! For the full story, visit the website or get in touch. Contact: Mr. Neil Wyatt, Chief Executive. Address: 28 Harborne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3AA. Tel.: 0121 454 1199. Fax: 0121 454 6556. E-mail: idcd@bbcwildlife.org.uk.
link to website

Opportunities for sponsors include:

Syndicated celebrity radio interviews.
Excellent press coverage, from nationals to local free papers.
Great appeal for broadcast media locally, regionally and nationally (one year IDCD was featured all day on Radio 4 with broadcasts from around the world).
Interactive web coverage.
Custom video footage.
Branding opportunities.
Long event window - advance publicity starts in December with the main event taking place on the first Sunday in May. Some events happen over several weeks each side of the main event.

 

Ongoing
CE/0001 CENTRE FOR RESEARCH, EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN ENERGY (CREATE)
CREATE is a not-for-profit organisation working to reduce the effects of climate change. Contact name: Nigel Gilkes, Marketing & Development Manager. Address: Kenley House, 25 Bridgeman Terrace, Wigan WN1 1TD. Tel.: 01942 322271. Fax: 01942 322273. E-mail: marketing@create.org.uk. Website: http://www.create.org.uk.

 

Ongoing
CE/0002 THE CLYDE RIVER FOUNDATION
The Clyde River Foundation is a charity dedicated to the recovery of the River Clyde as a vital part of the economic and cultural heritage of the West of Scotland. Sponsorship opportunities exist for environmental research and rehabilitation projects and environmental education programmes to raise awareness of the biodiversity of the river, as well as the opportunity for corporate sponsorship of a high profile flagship of regeneration in the West of Scotland. Reg. charity no. SCO29602. Contact: W. Yeomans, Project Co-ordinator. Address: Division of Environmental and Evolutionary Biology, Graham Kerr Building, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel.: 0141 330 5080. Fax: 0141 330 5971. E-mail: w.yeomans@bio.gla.ac.uk.
link to website

 

Ongoing
CE/0003 ECOTECH
Opportunities are available currently to sponsor the Renewable Energy Centre, classrooms, core workers and ongoing research into sustainable development. Contact name: Stuart Weaver, Manager. Address: EcoTech, Turbine Way, Swaffham PE37 7HT. Tel.: 01760 726732. Fax: 01760 726109. E-mail: sweaver@ecotech.org.uk.
link to web site

 

Ongoing
CE/0004 THE ENVIRONMENT COUNCIL
The Environment Council is dedicated to enhancing and protecting Britain's environment through building awareness, dialogue and effective solutions. To find out about carefully-tailored Corporate Partner packages, contact Suzannah Lansdell, Deputy Chief Executive. Tel.: 0207-632-0114. Fax: 0207-242-1180. Address: 212 High Holborn, London WC1V 7VW. E-mail: suzl@envcouncil.org.uk.
link to website

Ongoing
CE/0005 ENVIRONMENTAL INVESTIGATION AGENCY (EIA)
EIA is an independent, international campaigning organisation committed to investigating and exposing environmental crime. EIA secures protection for species, their habitats and the environment by conducting undercover investigations and in-depth research. Contact: Nicola Stonham, Development Officer. Address: 69-85 Old Street, London EC1V 9HX. Tel.: 020-7490-7040. Fax: 020-7490-0436. E-mail: einfo@eia-international.org.
link to website

Ongoing
CE/0006 FOREST OF CARDIFF
Forest of Cardiff is an environmental charity set up to encourage, support and enable all community groups to increase Cardiff's tree population and develop an array of environmental projects. The organisation strives to be reactive to the needs of the community and welcomes new ideas for maintaining the health of the city. A number of project ideas already exist but sponsorship is sought to make the projects happen. Forest of Cardiff boasts a good track record of achieving publicity. Contact: Julie Evans, Marketing Manager. Address: The Walled Garden, Old Coedarhydyglyn, St. Nicholas, Cardiff CF5 6SG. Tel.: 029-20-599300. Fax: 029-20-592929. E-mail: treescene@forestoc.demon.co.uk.

Ongoing
CE/0007 FRIENDS OF THE EARTH
Contact: via website (please see link below). Address: 26-28 Underwood Street, London N1 7JQ. Tel.: 0207-490-1555. Fax: 0207-490-0881. E-mail: info@foe.co.uk
link to website

Ongoing
CE/0009 THE GAME CONSERVANCY TRUST
For more information, contact the Fundraising Department. Address: Fordingbridge, Hampshire SP6 1EF. Tel.: 01425-651015. Fax: 01425-651026. E-mail: fundraising@game-conservancy.org.uk
link to website

Ongoing
CE/0010 GROUNDWORK UK
Groundwork is a leading environmental regeneration charity making sustainable development a reality in many of the UK’s poorest communities. Address: 85-87 Cornwall Street, Birmingham B3 3BY. Tel.: 0121 237 3613.
link to website

 

Ongoing
CE/0011 LEARNING THROUGH LANDSCAPES
Learning Through Landscapes is 'The UK School Grounds Charity' and its mission is 'to ensure that children enjoy the opportunities and experiences that well planned and designed school grounds can offer'. LTL has a portfolio of national and regional educational and environmental projects available for sponsorship, linked to promoting and enhancing the development, use and value of school grounds (see below). Contact: Stephen Webb, Head of Fundraising. Address: South Side Offices, The Law Courts, Winchester SO23 9DL. Tel.: 01962-846258. Fax: 01962-869099. E-mail: swebb@ltl.org.uk.
link to web site

Current opportunities

National School Grounds Week
A national award scheme
A major secondary school grounds campaign
A cause-related marketing project.

Ongoing
CE/0012 MARGATE HARBOUR ARM
This is an opportunity to sponsor a permanent seaside look-out point for the public in Margate, Kent. The sponsorship will reach a wide range of people: UK seaside holiday visitors, contemporary art gallery visitors and local people of all ages in Kent. Margate is a seaside town undergoing huge regeneration, including the Margate Harbour Arm project (www.margateharbourarm.co.uk) which has turned a derelict pier into a new attraction with high quality offerings. So far there is an art gallery, artists' studios, a cafe, an ice cream shop, a gift and jewellery shop and, hopefully very soon, a fish restaurant and two more retail units. Margate Harbour Arm is located directly next to the site where the David Chipperfield-designed Turner Contemporary Gallery is currently being built. The Turner Contemporary is expected to attract 120,000 visitors per year. The location has panoramic sea views, and the proposed project aims to connect the public with the marine environment. The aim is to create a look-out point at the end of the Harbour Arm which makes the most of the location and the experience of being surrounded by sea. Information panels will be created but they will not just be the usual photo-and-info. They will be high quality in terms of content, appearance and construction, to complement the Harbour Arm project and to sit comfortably alongside the regeneration and artistic environment being created in Margate. It is anticipated that a local artist/cartoonist will be involved to make them something special. Local naturalists and teachers will also be involved to focus on the important facts, in a way which is accessible to both adults and children. Given the location, the durability of the structures is going to be very important and options have been discussed with an engineer and structural glass expert. Ideally it will also be possible to provide a platform with binoculars. The budget for the project is unlikely to exceed £15,000 but the exact amount required will depend upon specification. One sponsor is sought. Contact: Dr Fiona Sherriff. Address: 1 Beach Houses, Royal Crescent, Margate CT9 5AL. Tel.: 07968 209047. Fax: 01843 292375. E-mail: info@margateharbourarm.co.uk.
link to website

 

Ongoing
CE/0013 MARINE CONSERVATION SOCIETY
Over half of Britain's wildlife lives below the waves. The Marine Conservation Society is the UK's only charity dedicated to protecting our beautiful seas, shores and all the wonderful wildlife that inhabits them. The society works with all levels of the public, industry and government alike, organising a wide range of projects and campaigns aimed at finding solutions to the many threats our seas face today such as over-fishing, pollution and climate change. MCS is able to offer tailor-made corporate sponsorship packages. Contact: Marianne Steele, Fundraising Manager. Address: Unit 3, Wolf Business Park, Alton Road, Ross on Wye, HR9 5NB. Tel.: 01989 566017. Fax: 01989 567815. E-mail: marianne@mcsuk.org.
link to website

 

Ongoing
CE/0014 THE NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDEN OF WALES
The National Botanic Garden of Wales works to conserve threatened plant species, research plant diversity and create an experience leaving visitors with a wealth of memories - an entire Mediterranean landscape, re-created within the world's largest glasshouse, or one of Europe's longest herbaceous borders, all set within an immaculately-restored Regency park. Contact: Peter Hamilton, Head of Corporate Development. Address: Middleton Hall, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HG. Tel.: 01558-667116. Fax: 01558-667138. E-mail: phamilton@gardenofwales.org.uk.
link to website

Ongoing
CE/0015 PLANTLIFE INTERNATIONAL
Plantlife International is a charity dedicated exclusively to conserving all forms of plant life in the UK, Europe and across the world, in their natural habitats. The organisation acts directly to stop common plants becoming rare in the wild, to rescue wild plants on the brink of extinction, and to protect sites of exceptional botanical importance. The charity carries out practical conservation work, influences relevant policy and legislation, involves its 12,000 members in many aspects of its work and collaborates widely to promote the cause of wild plant conservation. For the conservation of plants in the wild to be successful, Plantlife International believes that it must become the responsibility, willingly accepted, of all sectors of society: businesses, institutions, landowners, farmers, individuals, and the wider community. Plantlife hosts the secretariat for Planta Europa, the network of organisations working for plant conservation across Europe. A number of opportunities exist for both UK- and overseas-based sponsorship. Contact: Patrick Bliss, Fundraising Assistant. Address: 14 Rollestone Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 1DX. Tel.: 01722 342742. Fax: 01722 329035. E-mail: patrick.bliss@plantlife.org.uk.
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CE/0016 RAINFOREST CONCERN
The main objective of Rainforest Concern is to protect rainforests and the vast biological diversity of life they contain. At present the organisation has seven conservation projects in Costa Rica and Ecuador and works with local conservation organisations in these countries to purchase threatened rainforests for protection. The 800 hectare coastal forest reserve located on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast (and established in 1989 by the Endangered Wildlife Trust) is home to one of the most important nesting beaches for the leatherback turtle. The reserve offers protection for diverse and impressive wildlife in an area which has suffered greatly from the expansion of banana plantations. Rainforest Concern provides a volunteer programme between March and July which has attracted groups and individuals who assist in monitoring laying and hatching and protecting the beach. The organisation assists the communities living close to its projects by promoting environmental education programmes and encourage alternative forms of income generation to take the emphasis away from slash and burn agriculture. Rainforest Concern is currently seeking sponsorship support to enable it to continue and expand its work. Contact name: Fiona Dalrymple, Head of Fundraising and PR. Address: 27 Lansdowne Crescent, London W11 2NS. Tel.: 020 7229 2093. Fax: 020 7221 4094. E-mail:
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CE/0017 THE RAINFOREST FOUNDATION
The Rainforest Foundation supports indigenous communities of the world's rainforests in their efforts to protect their environment and fulfil their rights. A range of opportunities is currently available for companies to sponsor various aspects of the Foundation's work. The Foundation points out that sponsoring one of its projects can bring significant benefits: its strong brand and logo can help reinforce the environmental ethos of a company's brand strategy, promoting a positive image and thereby helping to improve sales. The Foundation's initiatives often receive high profile media coverage: in September 1998, for instance, the BBC broadcast a TV appeal on its behalf in which Sting presented its work in Cameroon. Reg. charity no. 801436. Contact: Alison Payne. Address: The Rainforest Foundation, City Cloisters, 196 Old Street, London EC1V 9FR. Tel.: 020-7251-6345. E-mail: alison@rainforest.com.
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CE/0018 RECYCLING OPTIONS LIMITED
Working with secondary schools across the country, Recycling Options aims to install a range of automatic recycling machines that receive, shred or crush and store used beverage containers. These machines are at the leading edge of technology and have an excellent record in the USA and Europe. Machines are often seen as expensive for current tight school budgets; however, the integral TV provides a platform for sponsors to run video tracks that educate and inform students (11-18 years old), whilst promoting appropriate services and products. The organisation's systems also enable schools and colleges to qualify for Eco-school and Green Flag status, amongst others. Vouchers or smartcard points are given for every deposit and these provide an opportunity for incentive programmes geared for all Key stages, as well as an involvement in PSHE projects. Points (with a value) may alternatively be allocated to selected charities. The recycling initiative will create a better place to work and play, reduce litter, increase recycling and help local and global environments. Dealing with waste at the point of arising will reduce carbon emissions, and is practical and sustainable. Sponsors are required from organisations or companies who wish to be associated with education, the environment and lifestyle best practice by supporting these installations, to facilitate regional groupings of colleges and schools through participation in incentive projects or providing material for TV programmes. There is currently positive intent from college groups in Manchester, Cheshire and the London Borough of Croydon. These groups are seen as excellent platforms for a national roll-out during 2007 which could lead to a national system. Contact: Bernard Stonestreet. Address: 27 Dane Lane, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex TN38 0QW. Tel.: 07884 263824. Fax: 01782 629333. E-mail: bernard@recycling-options.com.
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CE/0019 SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST
The Scottish Wildlife Trust is the leading charity working to protect all forms of wildlife in the towns, cities and countryside of Scotland. Various sponsorship opportunities (and Corporate memberships) are available. Reg. charity no. SCO 05792. Contact: Jemma Wallace, Corporate Fundraising Manager. Address: Cramond House, Cramond Glebe Road, Edinburgh EH4 6NS. Tel.: 0131-312-7765. E-mail: jwallace@swt.org.uk.
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CE/0020 STARCHASER INDUSTRIES LTD.
Contact name: Tony Meadows. Address: Unit A, Adamson Industrial Estate, Alexandra Street, Hyde, Cheshire SK14 1EE. Tel.: 0161 882 9922. Fax: 0161 882 9233. E-mail: Terena@earthworks-trust.com.
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CE/0021 TREES FOR LONDON
Trees For London is an independent charity working to improve London's environment through tree planting and landscaping projects. It seeks to bring 'dead spaces' alive, turning them into green spaces that people can use for play, work, learning, socialising or just relaxing. Sponsorship opportunities include community projects (eg community woodlands, street trees, orchards in school playgrounds) and other related activities, eg the organisation's newsletter and events. Contact: Graham Simmonds, Chief Executive. Address: Prince Consort Lodge, Kennington Park, Kennington Park Place, London SE11 4AS. Tel.: 020-7587-1320. Fax: 020-7793-9042. E-mail: treesforlondon@aol.com.
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CE/0022 VENTNOR BOTANIC GARDEN
Ventnor Botanic Garden is a free public open space that is committed to providing a facility for education, plant conservation and recreation. Within 22 acres of coastal garden on the southern side of the Isle of Wight, an extensive collection of more than 10,000 different species of plant, both native and exotic, represents a rich and genetically diverse display of considerable scientific interest. Much work is still to be done and the Friends of Ventnor Botanic Garden (registered charity no. 1080835) are looking to set up training programmes to encourage people into horticulture as a first career, or for those people who are changing career. The Friends have a policy of social inclusion and encourage people from all walks of life to participate in the development of the Garden. To realise many of their goals - notably to promote and encourage the use, enjoyment and development of the garden as well as assisting in the dissemination of knowledge of the plant kingdom - considerable sponsorship is required. Potential for partnerships is a major opportunity. Contact name: Simon Goodenough, Curator. Address: Ventnor Botanic Garden, Undercliff Drive, Ventnor, Isle of Wight PO38 1UL. Tel.: 01983 855397. Fax: 01983 856756. E-mail: simon@vbg1.demon.co.uk.
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CE/0023 WWF-UK
WWF works to conserve endangered species, such as the Siberian tiger; protect endangered spaces, from seas to forests; and address global environmental threats, such as climate change or deforestation. Its approach to these problems is to seek long-term solutions with people in civil society and government, industry and education. WWF is able to offer tailor-made corporate sponsorship packages. Contact: Edwina Silvester, Head of Corporate Support. Address: Panda House, Weyside Park, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1XR. Tel.: 01483-412365. Fax: 01483-426409. E-mail: esilvester@wwf.org.uk.
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CE/0024 WASTE WATCH
Waste Watch is a national organisation which works with community groups, local authorities and industry to educate, inform and raise awareness on waste reduction, reuse and recycling. To discuss joining the Business Sponsors' Group, contact Emma Wilson. Address: Europa House, Ground Floor, 13-17 Ironmonger Row, London EC1V 3QG. Tel.: 0207-253-6266. Fax: 0207-253-5962.
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CE/0025 WHEAL MARTYN CORNWALL'S MUSEUM OF THE CLAY COUNTRY
Wheal Martyn Cornwall's Museum of The Clay Country (a registered charity) is an open air museum covering the history of china clay in Cornwall and West Devon. Its twenty-six acre site includes historic areas, nature trails through reclaimed china clay tips and an opportunity to see a modern clay pit at work from a viewing platform. A range of sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact name: Peter Jennings, Chief Executive. Address: Wheal Martyn, Carthew, St Austell PL26 8XG. Tel.: 01726 850362. Fax: 01726 850362. E-mail: peterjennings@ wheal-martyn.com.
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CE/0026 WIGHT GREEN CENTRE
The Wight Green Centre is the Isle of Wight's environment centre. Work is carried out in schools to bring about a greater understanding of 'green' issues, linked to the curriculum. Guidance is given to the public, the business sector, charities and schools on a wide range of subjects. Information is held on recycling, energy and water efficiency, conservation volunteering, gardening for wildlife, green tourism, transport issues and waste reduction. The Centre runs a Pond Warden scheme and has recently set up a timber reclamation project. The Wight Green Centre, situated in Newport, the island's capital, opened in 1998. Its funding in the past has come from the National Lottery, Home Office and ESF. Those supporting our activities will benefit from the publicity which the Centre receives - its work is high profile as it is involved with many groups and organisations. The centre is now seeking sponsorship funding to continue its work - a range of sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact name: Ray Harrington-Vail, Centre Co-ordinator. Address: Wight Green Centre, 11 Lower St. James Street, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 5HE. Tel.: 01938 532121. Fax: 01983 520230. E-mail: ray@wightgreencentre.demon.co.uk.
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CE/0027 WILDSCREEN FESTIVAL
Wildscreen is a UK-based charity working globally to increase the public’s awareness and appreciation of the natural world. The Wildscreen Festival boasts a position as the world’s most prestigious and influential event for the wildlife, earth science and environmental film-making industries. It was founded by Sir Peter Scott in 1982 in association with WWF UK. The festival’s aims are to increase the diversity, quality and quantity of wildlife and environmental films and provide filmmakers with the opportunity to learn or develop filmmaking skills. Ultimately Wildscreen hopes to promote conservation through wildlife film-making. It is the world’s largest and most prestigious festival of its kind, attracting nearly 900 delegates ranging from established and renowned film-makers to broadcasters to suppliers. The week-long festival comprises a diverse programme including a training school, seminars, masterclasses, screenings of films from around the world, a trade show and many opportunities to share ideas and make new contacts. The centrepiece of every Wildscreen is the bestowing of its Panda Awards – the wildlife film industry’s equivalent of the Oscars. There are numerous sponsorship and branding opportunities available. Contact: Colin Butfield, Festival Director. Address: PO Box 366, Bristol BS99 2HD. Tel.: 0117 915 7101. E-mail: colin.butfield@wildscreen.org.uk.
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CE/0028 WOODLAND TRUST
The leading woodland conservation charity. Address: Autumn Park, Grantham, Lincs. NG31 6LL. Tel.: 01476-581111. Scotland - tel.: 01764-662554. Fax: 01764-662553. Ireland - tel.: 02891-275787. Fax: 02891-275940.
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