2020 was a year of disruption and change for every person and organization, Rainforest Trust included. The need to protect our planet and nature has never been more urgent. Thanks to the commitment of our supporters and the extraordinary efforts of our partners, our vital conservation work around the world continued and over 1.5 million acres of precious habitat were protected.
In March, almost all travel was suspended, ending tourism almost completely––as a result, we witnessed many of our partner organizations and local communities struggling with lack of revenue. Reserve staff were unable to leave quarantine, leaving reserves vulnerable, exposed to loggers and poachers.
These Travel Charities Are the Perfect Holiday Gift AFAR 12/22/2020
Courtesy of AmericaShare
AmericaShare supports education efforts for children in Kenya.During 2020, with its COVID-19-prompted lockdowns, continuing border closures, and other pandemic-related restrictions, even the most avid travelers have had their wings clipped. Due to current case surges, both in the United States and abroad, many folks have had to cancel holiday trips, or at least put them on hold.
While on the road reporting for Conscious Traveler, a podcast that explores the world through stories of community, conservation, and culture
, I’ve come across myriad hotels and hospitality brands that support philanthropic foundations. Their work ranges from wildlife conservation and environmental restoration to providing schooling, medical care, and clean drinking water to local communities. Unfortunately, with fewer travelers physically on-hand to donate time or money to them, support of these organ