Get Involved with Tasman Bay Guardians
“Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians.”
Ways to support our work
Join us in making a difference! Whether you’re passionate about marine and freshwater ecosystems or simply want to give back, there are many ways to get involved. Volunteer with us, donate to support our initiatives, become a member to stay informed or sponsor a program to make a lasting impact. Share the positive news of our efforts with your friends and whānau or participate as a citizen-scientist and help us inspire more people to join our cause. Together, we can create thriving, healthy environments for future generations. Your support matters!
Volunteer
Tasman Bay Guardians needs volunteers to run our community events. It’s an opportunity to learn, connect with like-minded individuals, and contribute to meaningful conservation efforts. Getting involved is easy! Simply reach out to us through our website or attend one of our community events.Your skills and passion will help us achieve our mission of creating thriving, healthy aquatic environments for all.
Would you like to link up with a community or catchment group and learn to care and protect your local awa?
Donate
Tasman Bay Guardian welcomes donations to help with our work in the Tasman Bays.
Our donation policy ensures that all contributions support our mission to protect and restore aquatic environments across Te Tau Ihu.
Donations will be used towards delivering our education programmes, restoration and monitoring projects.
If you’re interested in supporting a specific project or area, please contact us. We would love to hear from you.
Minimum Donation:
Please note that a minimum contribution of $20 applies to all donations.
Return and Refund Policy:
Unfortunately we are unable to issue refunds for donations. If you have made an error with your donation, please contact us immediately.
Donation receipt:
If you require a donation receipt for tax purposes, please contact us. We accept Visa and MasterCard and all payments are via a secure payment processing service.
Thank you for your support!
Become a sponsor
Long-term sponsorship of programs or events is highly beneficial as it allows us to plan ahead and let’s us focus on more important things. Both long-term and one-off sponsorships are crucial and greatly appreciated.
Sponsoring a school programme – getting those kids out into the ocean snorkelling or alongside a awa and learning how to check if it is healthy
Sponsoring an event – supporting community engagements and in some instances gaining naming rights.
Become a member
Become a Guardian supporter and join us on our journey to protect and celebrate the unique biodiversity of Te Tau Ihu – your engagement makes a difference!
Contribute to Citizen Science
Citizen science empowers everyday people to contribute to meaningful scientific research. By participating in data collection and monitoring, communities play a crucial role in increasing our understanding of our natural taonga and addressing ecological challenges.
Join your local community or catchment group today!
Info for schools
Our education programmes foster a deep connection to te taiao (the environment) by blending classroom learning with hands-on, inquiry-based experiences in the natural world. We aim to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong commitment to kaitiakitanga (guardianship).
Through these initiatives, we aim to inspire passionate individuals who learn how to protect aquatic ecosystems for future generations. Our programmes are more than just educational—they are fun, engaging and inspirational for the whole community!
Keep in touch
Sign up to receive our newsletter
Staying up to date with the Tasman Bay Guardians is essential for anyone who cares about the vibrant ecosystems of Te Tau Ihu (Top of the South island) . By following us on social media, subscribing to our newsletter, and reading our stories, you’ll gain firsthand insights into our latest conservation efforts, community initiatives, and exciting projects. You’ll be part of a passionate community dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of our environment. Join us in our journey to protect and celebrate the unique biodiversity of Te Tau Ihu – your engagement makes a difference!
