Alan Puttock, University of Exeter
Become a wildlife patron
Become a Wildlife Patron - Join a unique group of members, making a bigger difference to nature.
For over 60 years, Devon Wildlife Trust has been working to ensure Devon is a wildlife-rich and habitat-diverse county. Protecting landscapes and waterways, re-introducing species, engaging and supporting communities, and helping nature to thrive in Devon.
Our Wildlife Patrons Scheme has been introduced to offer you the opportunity to make a bigger difference to nature, whilst enjoying a close a special relationship with the Trust and our work, meeting the people involved and getting behind the scenes.
I love Devon and I can’t think of any more important work that protecting and improving it’s natural environment. I’ve been a member of Devon Wildlife Trust for a while but would love to do more for nature, which is why I’m excited to be one of the very first Wildlife Patrons
The impact you could help support
Mark Hamblin/2020VISION
Species restoration and management - from our pioneering work with England’s only licenced wild beaver population, to more recent re-introductions of Forked Spleenwort and Pine Martens; our work helps to protect endangered species and restore ecosystem balance.
Landscape and catchment level recovery – working across boundaries and with a range of stakeholders to take collective action for nature – including East Dartmoor Landscape Recovery Area and Avon Valley habitat creation.
Luke Massey
Wetland, river and marine protection – creation of wetlands, naturalisation of rivers and protection of our marine environment.
Land management for nature – careful management of our 60+ nature reserves across Devon, including rare culm grassland and the development of new temperate rainforests, ensuring opportunities for nature are maximised.
Penny Dixie
Influencing politicians, planners and financiers to make decision which allow nature to thrive.
Inspiring and educating community groups, young people and businesses to take meaningful action for nature.
Mike Symes
Become a wildlife patron now
By joining Devon Wildlife Trust as a wildlife patron, your support will help to ensure that together we protect Devon’s wonderful wildlife, landscapes and seas.
You can become a Patron of Devon Wildlife Trust for just £83 a month or £1,000 a year, and if you Gift Aid your Patronage, your donation will go even further at no extra cost to you.
In appreciation of your generous support, we are pleased to offer you:
- Exclusive invitations to events across the county to see work in progress and the impact of our work.
- An opportunity to meet our Chief Executive at an annual event, learn of our future plans, and feedback your thoughts.
- Acknowledgement on our website and in our Annual Report and Accounts (or anonymity if you prefer).
The Wildlife Patrons scheme is a form of membership of Devon Wildlife Trust, and you will receive a copy of our magazine, Wild Devon, three times a year (and a welcome pack if you are not already a member).
Matt Austin
A message from our CEO
As Devon Wildlife Trust’s Chief Executive, I am delighted to invite you to become a Wildlife Patron, a vital part of achieving our vision of a Devon where nature thrives.
Devon Wildlife Trust is committed to reversing the current declines in nature, creating landscapes where wildlife can flourish once more. But we know that we cannot do this alone. We need far more people taking meaningful action for nature: farmers creating more space for nature on their land; developers building in a way that gives homes to nature as well as to people; businesses cutting their carbon footprint; and communities working together to improve the environment on their doorsteps.
We work to deliver nature recovery on the ground whilst also inspiring, supporting and advising others to take action themselves.
I hope that you will consider supporting Devon Wildlife Trust as a Wildlife Patron, helping to ensure that together we protect Devon’s wonderful wildlife, landscapes and seas.
Nick Bruce-White, Chief Executive, Devon Wildlife Trust
Want to know more?
If you would like to know more about the scheme or renew an existing Patronage, please contact Sarah on 01392 260875 or email sshaw@devonwildlifetrust.org
