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
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
Travolution
Turismo Sostenible
UCOTA
Wise Steps
GHE
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
ANIMONDIAL
Travel Partners
etnica
Global Family Travels
Just You
Roads Less Traveled Italy
socialbnb
teletour
Travelsphere
TruTravels
TTAND
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