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Fundraise for a wilder Britain

By raising funds for Rewilding Britain you’ll be helping nature not just to survive, but thrive.

Lowther estate
 © Lowther Estate

Give nature a brighter future

We want to see Britain reconnect with the natural world, to tackle the species extinction crisis, build sustainable communities and fight the climate emergency. You can help us achieve that.

Want to help but stuck for an idea? We’ve got plenty of suggestions! 

Think Big. Act Wild.

Ideas for you

  • long tailed tit scrub
    Set yourself a bird watching challenge. Get out in nature and tick them off.  © Sandra Standbridge / Shutterstock
  • Peak District Bamford Edge
    Climb a mountain or go for an accessible hike, then reap the rewards  © Sam Rose
  • An artist's hand painting on a canvas
    Create a Nature art auction. Contact your local art stores or favourite nature loving artists.  © Roman Coval / Pexels
  • Pine marten in dusk light
    Host a wildlife quiz. Put your family and friends to the test for a small entry fee.  © James Roddie / scotlandbigpicture com
  • A woman looking out to see about to go for a cold swim
    Take a wild, cold water swim. Brace yourself to raise donations.  © Getty Images

How to fundraise

Think big
What would be challenging, impressive but also achievable? Would you like to do something on your own or as part of a group? Decide on a date and set a fundraising goal.

Set up your page
We love JustGiving, which is a simple way for you to collect donations — just follow their steps to set up your page. Alternatively you could use X,Y or Z — follow the links to sign up.

Tell everyone
Spreading your message is key to a successful fundraiser. Let everyone know how they can get involved by posting on social media, and put up posters in local community hubs.

Have fun
Fundraising is all about enjoying the challenge you have set yourself, and sharing your journey with others. Let us know how you are getting on by using #ThinkBigActWild

Thank people
Everyone who donated, took part and clapped from the sidelines played their part in restoring Britain’s ecosystems. Appreciating their help is a great way to prompt others to take action. 

Send your donations
Once you’ve achieved what you set out to do it’s quick and easy to donate what you raised. Follow the steps on your online fundraising page, and don’t forget to close it when you’re done.

Support our fundraisers

Check out some of the fantastic challenges our fundraisers are currently embarking on. Show them some love, and feel free to donate.

Fundraiser Courtney Carrigan stood in front of a waterfall
 © Courtney Carrigan

COURTNEY HIKES COAST TO COAST

This autumn Courtney is hiking 195 miles Coast to Coast to raise funds for Rewilding Britain because together we can reverse biodiversity loss and enable nature to truly bounce back, which can help us all as we adapt to the ever growing threat which climate change brings.’ Please visit Courtney’s JustGiving page here.

Fundraiser Frances Hatch painting by the sea
 © Frances Hatch

PAINTING FORWILDER BRITAIN

Artist Frances Hatch ARWS is raising funds for Rewilding Britain at her latest exhibition of paintings, Common Ground’, as a thank you to, and celebration of, the landscapes inspiring her work. The collection is available to view online here and in person at the RWS Gallery in London. Frances is a member of the Royal Watercolour Society.

Tell us about your event

We always love hearing from our fundraisers, so if you have any questions or want to share your ambitions just drop a line to Emma.

Fundraising inspiration

Chloe with her baby daughter in the countryside

Chloe’s story

Rewilding offered Chloe hope in the face of nature’s decline, so she decided to act.

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Two women hiking in the woods

Read their stories

Our incredible fundraisers are full of creative ideas for all ages and abilities.

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