RSPB and PCB

26th May, 2009 to 2nd Dec, 2009

RSPB Pin Badges are a brilliant way to get involved in raising funds for conservation.  Why ?  Because they’re easy to manage, you can fit “minding” the boxes into your normal routine and you don’t need to be a conservation expert !

The RSPB, as a charity, does not have any money of “its own”.  At any one time, they hold only two to three months’ operating costs in reserve as they are committed to tackling today’s problems now.  They must fundraise for all the activities from scratch every year and are dependent upon voluntary support to do this.

Maggie Sanderson, secretary at PCB solicitors in Ludlow, started helping in this way and has now developed the role to that of Area Co-ordinator in the Midlands Region.  Along with several other co-ordinators she supports and recruits pin badge collectors for the region, with the assistance of the Regional Community Fundraising Officer, Susan Rees based in Banbury.

Ways you can help:-

The great thing about fundraising is that there are so many ways to help raise money, and it’s fun too !

Whether you want to learn new skills, meet new people or simply use your time to do something worthwhile for wildlife, there is something to suit everyone.

• Place collection boxes and pin badges in your local area (e.g. Garden Centres, Cafés, Florists, Pet Shops, Vets, Outdoor shops, Visitor attractions, Health Food shops – or even your own office where members of the public attend)

• Take part in a sponsored event

• Recycle old mobile phones and ink cartridges

• Organise a coffee morning or wine tasting evening

• Become a member and help recruit new members

• Leave a legacy in your Will to help protect birds and other wildlife for future generations

Pauline Davies who specialises in Wills is in PCB's Ludlow office on a Tuesday and Thursday and would be pleased to discuss with anyone their proposals for a will. Making a Will is cheaper and easier than you would expect and for people leaving a bequest to the RSPB we are pleased to offer a reduced rate of £90 plus VAT for a single Will and £165 for a couple during June and July.

If you wish to know any more about the RSPB or becoming a volunteer, please contact

Maggie at home on 01694 724842 and she will be happy to assist.