Giving Tuesday
This global event began in 2012 and has gone on to inspire people worldwide to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity.
This year, on Giving Tuesday, we are asking you to help us out in a way that suits you.
That could be with your time, an affordable donation or even a sustainable purchase.
Volunteering
Our volunteers are doing a tremendous job of gathering the data we need to inform our work. It helps us to understand where the biggest pressures on our freshwater habitats are coming from in the region, and determine how and where we could step in.
Watch our Westcountry Citizen Science film to find out if taking part could be for you. Giving your time is priceless, and hugely appreciated by our charity.
You can register to take part at wrt.org.uk/westcountry-csi
Give as You Live
This Giving Tuesday, if you are making any online purchases, you could sign-up for free with Give as You Live and support our charity as you shop.
They have 6000+ stores to choose from. This includes High Street names and independents, plus hundreds of ethical retailers via its Ethical Superstore options.
But it’s not all about shopping – you could set up a regular donation or check our the five top tips below.
Sustainable Fashion
One way to invest in new clothes that are good for your conscience and our planet is with our sustainable range.
All our items at our Teemill store are made within a circular system – you can even send them back when they are worn out to be reused.
Share your love for rivers and visit westcountryriverstrust.teemill.com to discover more fabulous designs just like the one below.
Allis the Shad
And don’t forget, if you want to treat younger family and friends this festive time, you could buy a copy of the marvellous Allis the Shad Who Wouldn’t Give Up.
A a delightful rhyming story following the life journey of the rare and enigmatic Allis Shad. From the tranquil River Tamar to the underwater wonders of the Plymouth Sound and the sea beyond – and back again.
Find out more at wrt.org.uk/product/allis-the-shad
Thank you
Supporters like you help us make changes for the better every day.
Unrestricted funds provide us with the freedom to support our educational activities, our citizen science scheme, on-site interventions, and the vital core costs all charities need to cover to keep things running.
If you can afford to, please consider making a regular or one-off donation, buying a sustainable fashion item, purchasing a super storybook, or volunteering your time this #GivingTuesday.
We appreciate all you can do for the Westcountry’s freshwater environments.