Resurgence - Building for the Future

by The Resurgence Trust in Hartland, England, United Kingdom

We did it

On 22nd December 2017 we successfully raised £74,806 with 679 supporters in 38 days

To secure a home for Resurgence: a centre for education, environment and the arts, a springboard for innovative ideas with a global impact.

by The Resurgence Trust in Hartland, England, United Kingdom

The Resurgence Trust

The Resurgence Trust 29th March 2018

Update on Resurgence Environmental Education Centre

Plans for our new education and arts centre are now moving forward apace. Tenders are going out, builders & tradesmen are taking measurements, writing reports and poking holes in ceiling and walls! We hope to start the actual building work in the next three months. Repair and refurbishment will include installing thermal and solar power units, energy-saving insulation and waste-water recycling.

When completed, our new offices will provide space for Resurgence & Ecologist magazine and its editorial teams. We will use the former Chapel building for continuing education in environment, social justice, spirituality, the arts as well as for events. The gardens will be used for teaching organic and other methods of horticulture, and will provide outdoor space for meditation and nature-based learning. These are big plans and it will take time for our vision to become reality, but it has begun!

Meanwhile, we have been busy fulfilling the rewards from our crowdfunder. People who selected tickets to attend the Resurgence Talk by Jonathan Porritt at 42 acres enjoyed this event on 28^th March. We are now planning the Wisdom Walk with Satish on Dartmoor, and an evening reception in May.

Of course, none of this would have been possible without the generous spirits and open hearts of our donors. Satish Kumar said the response to our appeal was “heart-warming and humbling. It is wonderful that so many people want to support Resurgence. Whether they’ve been able to give a few pounds or much more, everyone’s support is important and we are very grateful.”

On behalf of the trustees and staff, we thank all those who so generously supported our crowdfunding campaign – and hope to welcome you to our planned new home in the years to come.

For more information on our project to create an education centre in Hartland, see our website here or contact us at Ford House, Hartland, Bideford, Devon EX39 6EE.

If you are not already a member, please consider joining The Resurgence Trust. See our special spring offer Here

You might also like to come along to our annual Resurgence Summer Camp – a weekend of talks, music, performance, storytelling and discussion, at Green & Away, near Worcester. Details for the Resurgence Summer Camp here.

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£10 or more

16 of 100 claimed

£10 Reward

Treat yourself or a friend to the current issue of Resurgence & Ecologist magazine, plus an exclusive “Moving home” postcard by award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler, who regularly illustrated for Resurgence before he was famous! Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£15 or more

£15 Reward

Complete access to the archive. Be informed and inspired by the rich content contained in our extensive online archive. You will receive full access to the archive of The Ecologist magazine going back to the first one in 1970 and the Resurgence archive from the first issue in May 1966 to the current issue of Resurgence & Ecologist. Valid for one year, pdf format.

£15 or more

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Exclusive Resurgence mug

Exclusive stoneware mug, featuring the Resurgence ‘R’, handmade by Sarah Jane Lander at The No 39 Pottery, Hartland. Sarah uses coloured slips and simple sgraffito designs inspired by the surrounding environment of this beautiful part Devon. The mugs are microwave and dishwasher safe.

£18 or more

2 of 10 claimed

Two tickets to attend Rachel Kelly talk

Two tickets to attend an evening talk 'How to Walk on Sunshine’ by Rachel Kelly, speaker and author on mental health issues including The Happy Kitchen: Good Mood. The talk will take place on 28th February 2018 at 42 Acres, Shoreditch.

£20 or more

£20 Reward

Plant a Tree for the future. Trees for Life will create a dedicated Resurgence Grove in the Scottish Highlands, transforming bare hillsides into healthy young woodlands, rich in wildlife and protected for future generations. Help Resurgence and restore a wild forest! Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£30 or more

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£30 Reward

Being an Earth Pilgrim (box set, 2 x DVD’s). Enjoy this landmark documentary featuring Satish Kumar in conversation with Jane Davidson. A series of six hour-long interviews that chronicle and celebrate the life and work of teacher, peace activist and inspiration behind Resurgence, Satish Kumar. Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£30 or more

£30 Reward

A one year Membership to The Resurgence Trust. You’ll receive six issues of Resurgence & Ecologist magazine starting with our Jan/Feb issue and a unique set of five beautifully-illustrated notecards. We'll also send you an exclusive “Moving home” postcard by award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler, who regularly illustrated for Resurgence before he was famous! Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£30 or more

£30 Reward

One year Gift Membership to The Resurgence Trust. We'll send six issues of Resurgence & Ecologist magazine starting with our Jan/Feb issue and a unique set of five beautifully-illustrated notecards with a personalised note. We'll also send you an exclusive “Moving home” postcard by award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler, who regularly illustrated for Resurgence before he was famous! Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£40 or more

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£40 Reward

No Destination: Autobiography of a Pilgrim by Satish Kumar, with a personalised dedication and signed by Satish. Written with a penetrating simplicity, this book is an exhilarating account of an extraordinary life, including Satish’s 8,000-mile peace pilgrimage around the world (hardback edition, 2014). Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£150 or more

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£150 Reward

Exclusive reception and talk by Satish. As a thank you for making this happen, we’ll arrange a special evening reception for you in North Devon, where you can be inspired by Satish and meet the team behind Resurgence. Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£500 or more

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£500 Reward

Wisdom Walk with Satish on Dartmoor. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Dartmoor while listening to Satish’s reflections on the profound insights and spiritual experiences that come from spending time close to nature. The walk will take place in Spring 2018. Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£600 or more

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Two handcrafted tapestries by Gyhan

Two beautiful handcrafted tapestries “Flowers” and “Red Flowers” by Gyhan, an artist working at the Ramses Wissa Wassef Arts Centre, Egypt. In these intimate cotton tapestries the finer threads and softer colours produce delicate works with the feeling of fine watercolours or drawings. Size: 45cm x 33cm. Original tapestries with receipt.

£1,000 or more

£1,000 Reward

Become a Life Member to The Resurgence Trust and receive Resurgence & Ecologist magazine for life and a copy of ‘Earth Pilgrim’ signed by Satish. In this book Satish draws on personal experience and his understanding of spiritual traditions to explore the deeper meaning of pilgrimage. Plus, we’ll list your name as a Life Member in every issue of the magazine.

£2,500 or more

1 of 10 claimed

£2,500 Reward

Business supporter. We welcome support from ethical companies and organisations that share the values of Resurgence. In return, we will acknowledge your support within the building on our Supporters Board once the renovations are complete. Plus, we’ll list you as a supporter in the magazine and on the Resurgence website. We reserve the right to decline sponsorship from non-ethical businesses and organisations.

£5,000 or more

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£5,000 Reward

Business supporter. We welcome support from ethical companies and organisations that share the values of Resurgence. In return, we will acknowledge your support within the building on our Supporters Board. Plus, a free full-page advertisment and thank you in the magazine, and a listing as a supporter in the magazine and on our website. We reserve the right to decline sponsorship from non-ethical businesses and organisations.

£5,000 or more

£5,000 Reward

Become a Patron to The Resurgence Trust and receive Resurgence & Ecologist magazine for life and a copy of ‘Earth Pilgrim’ signed by Satish. In this book Satish draws on personal experience and his understanding of spiritual traditions to explore the deeper meaning of pilgrimage. Plus, we’ll list your name as a Patron in every issue of the magazine.

£15 or more

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£15 Reward

Beautiful art-glass Angel, hand-made in Hartland, home of Resurgence. Can be sent as a personalised gift “A little glass Angel sent for you from…” Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine. (Angels are various colours)

£18 or more

10 of 10 claimed

£18 Reward

Two tickets to attend an evening talk by Jonathon Porritt on ‘Re-purposing the Green Movement’. The talk will take place on 28th March 2018 at 42 Acres, Shoreditch, London.

£60 or more

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Set of Matt Harvey poetry books

A set of Matt Harvey poetry books with a four-line personalised dedication. The set includes: The Hole in the Sum of my Parts, Where Earwigs Dare, Mindless Body, Spineless Mind, The Element in the Room, Sit!, (and for children) Shopping With Dad, Beastie and the Boys.

£100 or more

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£100 Reward

Dinner with the Editor-in-Chief, Greg Neale, at the Frontline Club, nr Paddington - a gathering place for journalists, photographers and those interested in international affairs. Expect anecdotes, wit and tall tales inspired by a life-long passion for independent journalism and many years on Fleet Street. Your chance to hear the inside stories direct from our editor. Plus, we’ll list your name as a supporter in the magazine.

£150 or more

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Weekend for two at Little Barton Cottage, Hartland

A weekend for two at Little Barton Cottage near Hartland, Devon starting 2nd March 2018. There's a fantastic ClearView woodburner which really belts out heat in the snug sitting room and a big light, airy bedroom. Wonderful walking country! The SW coast path is only 20 mins away on foot and Hartland village is 30 mins walk, partly through the woods. Two nights.

£300 or more

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£300 Reward

Golf Day Experience for two people at the Royal North Devon, Westward Ho! with Head Pro Mike Wilson. The Royal North Devon is England’s oldest golf club with the finest links in Devon and a museum of golf. Includes lunch in the clubhouse.

£400 or more

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£400 Reward

A package of six free months access to the co-working space at 42 Acres, Shoreditch, London. Designed to inspire a sense of openness, freedom and creativity, 42 Acres conscious co-working space is a sanctuary in the city. This inspiring, nature infused atmosphere supports social entrepreneurs, creatives and pioneers exploring a new way of working in the world.

£550 or more

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'Thought of Tiger' by Merlyn Chesterman

‘Thought of Tiger’ is a large woodcut by Merlyn Chesterman made to highlight the tigers of the Himalayas. Merlyn lives and works in Hartland. She is a Senior Fellow of the Royal Society of Painter- Printmakers and set up collaborative printmaking group Pine Feroda, who specialize in large-scale woodcuts of the coast.

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