Save Rivers & Rainforests
Be part of something BIG! Every year, students and teachers around the U.S. raise funds to purchase and protect threatened habitats and conserve critically endangered species. Since 1989, their combined efforts have raised $7 million to save more than 400,000 acres of tropical rainforest and many gallons of U.S. river water.
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Earth Banks & More
It’s easy! Inspire and empower children by enlisting them in the easiest coin drive ever. Free Earth Banks are easy to use for school, club, or neighborhood fundraising. Each Earth Bank kit comes with 25 banks, a short note to parents and complete instructions.It’s as simple as 1-2-3! Supplies are limited. Request your kit now!
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1 Sq Yd of Rainforest
This unit provides 3 activities for grades 4-6 to practice math skills: measurement, area of rectangles, and ratio and proportion. Teach students about the importance of the rainforest biome and that their actions can make a difference in protecting this valuable habitat. One penny can purchase 1 square yard of rainforest! One classroom can have a positive impact on rainforest conservation.
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Every Drop Counts!
This unit, 3 activities for upper elementary and middle school, helps students learn about household water use. Students can make a big difference by learning how their families use water in their homes. By reducing water usage, our cities will be more sustainable and there will be enough water for people, agriculture and ecosystems.
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Big Gift Honor Roll
Thank you! Your donations to Big Gift to the Earth protected rainforests in Latin America, habitat for African elephants and critically endangered sea turtles. Year after year, students demonstrate their care for the Earth and all its creatures by participating in fundraising and educational activities that make a world of difference.
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Big Gift History 1989-2011
Students and teachers have raised $6,850,000 to purchase and protect almost 400,000 acres of threatened habitat around the world, including enough rainforest to offset 18 billion pounds of carbon pollution in the U.S. Big Gift conservation continues to protect endangered species, support local communities and combat global warming.
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