Get Involved

Wondering how to get involved with Planeterra? There are many ways you can provide support for the communities we work with and community tourism as a whole. The best place to start is by becoming a passionate supporter of Planeterra by spreading awareness about the power of community tourism to change lives and reduce poverty. 

 

Where to start? First, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and subscribe to our newsletter

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More Ways to Get Involved

Donate Today

Don’t wait to start turning travel into impact! Individual donations help individuals, their families and their tourism businesses have the support they need to prosper. Join us today!

Become a Citizen of Change

Become a Citizen of Change and support us monthly. This is the most sustainable way to support us and our communities long-term. 

Fundraise

Have a birthday coming up? A vacation or a half marathon to complete? Or even a wedding! You can set up your own fundraiser.

Send an E-Card

Spread the impact by sending an E-card to friends and family for any occasion! Choose from our E-cards, write your personal message and send. Make your donation in honour of a loved one. 

Corporate Support

Demonstrate your company’s commitment to community tourism, differentiate from competitors, and create engagement opportunities for your staff and stakeholders.

Donate your birthday

Many fundraise on Facebook on their birthday! Use your birthday for good and donate your birthday to raise funds that will uplift tourism.

Work With Us

Interested in working with Planeterra? Learn more about our job openings as well as volunteer positions below.

With this tourism activity, I got money, I built the house. It changed my life 150%.

– Mama Yusuphu
Mto wa Mbu Cultural Enterprise

Really happy to be able to support Planeterra in the important work you do.

– Planeterra Donor

Corporate Support

Providing corporate support to Planeterra demonstrates your organization’s commitment to communities around the world, but also provides your organization with long-term purpose and passion for tackling poverty by empowering more than 100 community tourism enterprises through Planeterra. 

Your organization can get involved by: 

  • Sponsoring a Project: Donate to one of Planeterra’s ongoing projects. 
  • Give a corporate gift to Planeterra or sponsor one of our campaigns as a corporate match. 
  • Partner with us. Let us become your nonprofit partner and commit to alleviating poverty through community tourism. 

What could your company receive? 

  • We will provide you with updates you can share with employees about the impact your donation has made around the world
  • Invite you and your staff to exclusive events (currently virtual)
  • We will provide your organization with collateral that you can use to communicate about our partnership with your customers 
  • Call attention to our partnership on our social media, website, and newsletters
  • Feature your brand in our annual Impact Report

Corporate Changemakers

Founding Partner

G Adventures

G Adventures is a renowned adventure travel pioneer and social enterprise, providing a diverse range of affordable small-group tours to over 100 countries across all seven continents. Established in 1990 by Canadian entrepreneur Bruce Poon Tip, G Adventures has become a leader in the industry. Their award-winning trips prioritize authentic accommodation, unique cuisine, and local transportation, and offer 100 percent guaranteed departures. Experience the world with G Adventures and embark on unforgettable journeys that celebrate cultural immersion and responsible travel.

Impact Investors

Iberostar Foundation

The Iberostar Group is a globally recognized company with a rich history in tourism spanning over 65 years. At the core of its operations is Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, a distinguished brand offering over 100 4- and 5-star hotels across 16 countries. Setting the standard for responsible tourism, the Iberostar Group has gained global recognition for its commitment to people and the environment, placing the well-being of both at the forefront of its operations.

Evaneos

Evaneos was founded in 2009 with the aim of revolutionizing the travel industry. Its model is simple: through a marketplace, it connects travellers directly with a meticulously selected and constantly evaluated community of expert local agents worldwide. The company is dedicated to making travel a source of positive impact. By choosing Evaneos, travellers not only support an alternative and more ethical model for the industry but also directly benefit local economies.

Network Partners

Asian Adventures

Community Based Tourism

Community Homestay Network

COMUNITUR

Destination Mekong

Fondo de Conservación de Eje Neovolcánico

Fundación CODESPA

Fundación Corcovado

Ger to Ger

indecon

KECOBAT

Komú

NotOnMap

Projecto Bagagem Brasil

Prospero Zambia

RED TUSOCO

REGENERA ONG|NGO

Soar Excursions

Sustainable Rural Development International Limited

Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary

The Thailand Community-Based Tourism Institute

Trade+Impact

Travindy

Travolution

Turismo Sostenible

UCOTA

Wise Steps

Strategic Partners

Adventure Travel Trade Association

ChildSafe Movement

Friends International

Global Sustainable Tourism Council

Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture

World Animal Protection

World Indigenous Tourism Alliance

Travel Partners

etnica

Global Family Travels

Just You

Roads Less Traveled Italy

socialbnb

teletour

Travelsphere

TruTravels

Citizens of Change

Planeterra also relies on generous donations from our community of friends and travellers, known as Citizens of Change. Their ongoing support has enabled Planeterra to make a significant impact on community tourism enterprises and organizations around the world.

Taralee Alcock

Annie Bain

Jeanne Balkman

Laura Bickel

Zachary Billard

Claire Bramley

Danique Cieremans

Karen Coleman

Jennifer Desharnais

Damien Duke

Cyril Duport

Nicole Dymond

Michael Hewlett

Charlotte Huggins

Brigid Isenor

Philip L Laymon

Francis Leblanc

Stephen Lewis

Katarina Lucas

Erica Mallin

Paul Marval

Maud Masiyiwa

Seleni Matus

Tee McDonald

Gail Moore

Elizabeth Muehl

Gill Prieto

Terry Rosenfeld

Andrew Rowe

Tricia Schers

Marius Schober

Kim Shields

Ilana Tyler-Rubinstein

Yoko VanHorn

Alanna Wallace

Joanne Wallace

Stirling Weir

Phillip Wild

Paul D Wofford