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“How can we enlighten those institutions so enormous that they wield the power to Sustain or destroy our magnificent planet and all that it holds? By supporting the programmes of The Natural Step so that we all may live.” Eleanor Wasson, age 95, Former board member earth save, environmentalist, activist and philanthropist, supporter of TNS US.

Support The Natural Step

The Natural Step has been working to protect the planet and improve the lives of people since 1988, and there is still so much to be done. Our work is made possible by the financial support of foundations, corporations, public agencies and many generous individuals. There are many ways to support The Natural Step. We encourage you to do so in whatever way you can, whether through money, time, opportunities or encouragement.

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Why Should You Support Us?

The Natural Step relies heavily on the support of individuals to continually advance its mission. Foundations often think that because we work with companies, they should finance our work. Yet, because we are a non-profit, companies often think that foundations should fund our work. The truth is we need both and more. Very few foundations today fund sustainability work and it is critical that we augment any fees we receive from companies with other contributions to keep our work independent, unbiased and open source.

Find out more reasons why The Natural Step is a smart investment.

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How Can You Take Action?

There are a number of ways to consider for supporting the important work of The Natural Step. All donations are tax-deductible.

Make a one-off or regular donation by mail or fax - download, complete and returning this Donation form (pdf 42kb).

Become a Friend of TNS

Help us spread the word about sustainability and sustainable business. Friends of TNS - donors contributing more than $50/year - receive a regular newsletter and invitations to interesting events. Friends also receive a discount on registration fees for workshops and seminars. Mail or fax by printing and sending this Donation form (pdf 42kb).

Become a member of the Sustainable Society

Having to constantly seek funds to cover next month’s bills diverts staff energy and focus away from long term projects that will make a real difference towards sustainability. Become a member of the Sustainable Society and pledge an amount which will help sustain the organisation over a period of years.

Plan a gift

Including The Natural Step in your planned giving is a valuable way to ensure the long-term sustainability of our work. Planned gifts include gifts through your will, charitable gift annuities, gifts of life insurance, pooled income funds, and charitable trusts.

Payroll giving

You might like to consider a small regular contribution through your payroll. It may be no more than the price of a cup of coffee, but on a weekly basis these donations can be an important source of funds over time.

Make a Memorial or Tribute Gifts

Our supporters can make a contribution to The Natural Step in memory of a loved one or to honour someone special. When a memorial or tribute donation is made, The Natural Step sends a handwritten note to the individual being honoured, or to the person who should be notified of that gift.

- Tell a colleague or friend about The Natural Step

- Volunteer your time

- Make one of our wishes come true

- Attend one of our seminars or conferences

- Invite a Natural Step advisor to talk with your organisation

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Wish List

The Natural Step greatly appreciates the support of in-kind donors. Below is a wish list of goods and services that will greatly benefit our efforts. If you would like to make one of our wishes come true, please contact us at 03-325-6711 or natstep@naturalstep.org.nz

• Beverages and snacks for future events (bagels, muffins, coffee, wine, juice, crackers, cheese, fruit etc...)
• Catering services (for events)
• Copy editing and proofreading services
• Meeting space for 10-15 people, reception space for 45-50 people, retreat space for 20 people for a weekend.
• Reams of recycled or tree free paper
• Swedish document translation
• Air New Zealand airpoints
• Design work
• Printing
• Database expertise
• Volunteers

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