Fantastic fundraisers! News from

We are incredibly grateful to all our superstar fundraisers who go above and beyond to raise extra money for the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust. Every amount raised, however big or small, really helps to make a difference, giving us more resources to protect and enhance local wildlife.

Zoe Goddard, aged eight, offers a brilliant example of some of the ingenious ways people help us fundraise. Zoe raised £50 by selling her own beautiful handmade loomband jewellery at the Desford Scarecrow Festival.

“I made different pa erns and styles throughout the summer to get ready,” explains Zoe. “I made lots of bracelets, rings and necklaces, and made a sign that told people what the Wildlife Trust does and why it is important. I hope the money helps protect animals.”

What an inspiration you are Zoe! Thank you for all your hard work.

Another of our amazing fundraisers is regular li er picker

Sam Laywood of the North Leicestershire Li er Wombles, who recently won a Keep Britain Tidy Award for being a local li er hero! Last March Sam completed a sponsored li er picking marathon, collecting 34 bags of rubbish as he walked from north to south Leicestershire – all while raising £2,200 for the Trust! At the time of going to press Sam had just completed another charity clearup, this time from the west of the county to the east, li er picking a route from Newbold Verdon to Tugby.

Sam’s efforts not only raise additional, much-needed money for the Trust, they also help to clear li er that might otherwise harm local wildlife and pollute watercourses.

Fundraise for us

You too can raise money for wildlife! From taking part in a sponsored run to organising an afternoon tea party, there are many ways you can help raise funds in aid of the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust.

Looking for ideas and guidance to get started? Then download our fundraising pack. Whatever you decide to do, we can o er friendly advice and keep you updated with how your fundraising helps local wildlife. Download your pack at: lrwt.org.uk/fundraise

Or maybe you have an adventurous streak and fancy doing something a little bit di erent – perhaps taking on a trek, rafting, or even a skydive! Challenge yourself to make a di erence while making a positive impact for wildlife across our counties: lrwt.org.uk/fundraise/take-challenge