Environment & sustainability

How to run a prize draw for your zoo or wildlife park

How to run a prize draw for your zoo or wildlife park

by Rebecca Hughes | Jul 20, 2026

Prize draws are one of the most effective fundraising tools available to zoos and wildlife parks in the UK, yet still one of the most underused. They lower the barrier to entry for supporters, reach audiences far beyond your existing visitor base, and can be built around the thing you already have that no other […]

Tackling Waste & Sharing Skills: The Woodshop of Recycled Delights

Tackling Waste & Sharing Skills: The Woodshop of Recycled Delights

by Tom Wood | Nov 29, 2023

In the heart of North and East London, a remarkable initiative is taking root, transforming waste timber into community treasures and empowering individuals with carpentry skills. The Woodshop of Recycled Delights, a non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC), has evolved into a thriving hub that not only teaches carpentry but also rescues thousands of kilograms of […]

UK Wild Otter Trust: Creating a Safe Haven for Otters

UK Wild Otter Trust: Creating a Safe Haven for Otters

by Tom Wood | Oct 03, 2023

In an inspiring conservation story, the UK Wild Otter Trust recently achieved a remarkable milestone through their crowdfunding campaign. They successfully raised over £21,000 to build an otter re-wilding enclosure, offering a lifeline to these captivating creatures. This included over £18,000 from +Extra funding partners Aviva Community Fund and Save Our Wild Isles Community Fund. […]

#SaveTheBees: The movement that is taking Crowdfunder by storm

#SaveTheBees: The movement that is taking Crowdfunder by storm

by Crowdfunder | May 09, 2019

Crowdfunder has been buzzing with a hive of activity as several campaigns have launched to help #SaveTheBees.

The Cove Woodland Trust

The Cove Woodland Trust

by Crowdfunder | Nov 09, 2018

Raised £8,100 | 194 supporters

M&S Energy Fund 2018: Meet The Finalists

M&S Energy Fund 2018: Meet The Finalists

by Crowdfunder | Jun 28, 2018

Renewable and efficient energy initiatives running for the good of the community.

Borrow Don’t Buy

Borrow Don’t Buy

by Crowdfunder | Jun 01, 2018

£22,270 raised | £15,000 +Extra

The Cornish Food Box Company

The Cornish Food Box Company

by Crowdfunder | Apr 11, 2018

£28,940 raised | 147 supporters

Sole of Discretion: netting much more funding than expected

Sole of Discretion: netting much more funding than expected

by Crowdfunder | Apr 09, 2018

£89,089 raised | 802 supporters

Snact

Snact

by Crowdfunder | Apr 09, 2018

£13,516 raised | 273 supporters