Introducing Green Friday – The Sustainable Supplement to Black Friday
Put the dates in your calendar folks – Friday 24th November sees the South West Coast Path Association join other charities determined to turn the tides and make a positive impact to the environment, as we welcome Green Friday!
You’ll no doubt be familiar with Black Friday, which has grown exponentially in recent years. What was once a 5am queue outside electrical stores in America for the latest deals on flat-screen TVs, has now become one of the most important times for retail businesses globally, as well as an opportunity for shoppers to bag a pre-Christmas bargain. Whether selling on the high-street or promoting the latest online price slashes, it’s a huge opportunity not only for retailers to boost themselves in the run up to Christmas, but a fantastic opportunity for people like you and I to do something positive.
How Can We Turn Black Friday Green?
We recognise that Black Friday will be hugely important for retail in the coming weeks, and we want to support retailers to make a success of what they do. We also understand that, in a challenging economic climate, people are going to want to get fantastic deals to show their love to friends and family at Christmastime.
Put simply, Green Friday is a collective effort by charities and e-commerce businesses who believe in the power of the natural world, whether they focus on re-wilding green spaces, protecting National Trails and green spaces, preserving Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or connecting actively with nature. We want to empower positivity through Black Friday, and ensure that the impact of Black Friday on the environment is offset, ensuring that the Natural World is protected for years to come, so that everyone can enjoy the wellbeing benefits of connecting with nature for years to come.
How Can I Get Involved?
There are several different ways that you can consider supporting the South West Coast Path Association this Green Friday, including:
As an Individual
Our South West Coast Path Shop is full of fantastic gifts that are sure to delight loved ones, whether for Christmas presents, to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, or even as a treat for yourself! We also have a giving checkout installed, which will allow you to make a donation with your purchase to support our work protecting, promoting and enhancing the UK’s best-loved National Trail. Whether you’re looking for Books and Guides, Clothing or even just Gift Ideas, our relaunched online shop is sure to have something for everyone.
As a Business
If you own an e-commerce business, or you sell online using platforms such as WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento or Adobe, we’re proud to partner with Virtue Giving, an easy to install, affordable way to support up to three causes by encouraging customer donations during and post-purchase. You can find out more about Virtue by clicking here, or if you’re ready to install it, you can go directly to our link by clicking here
Give the Gift of Membership
Becoming a Member of the South West Coast Path Association is a wonderful way to show your commitment to our cause, and did you know that you can gift a membership to a friend, family member or loved one? At just £29 for a year’s membership, we’ll provide the recipient with a FREE copy of the Complete Guide to the South West Coast Path (rrp £19) as well as monthly e-newsletters and two copies of our Trailblazing Magazine each year, providing updates, news and stories from around the Trail! 50% of the membership fee goes straight back in to protecting the South West Coast Path, meaning that you’ll be doing your bit for the cause whilst also making someone’s special day that bit more special. To find out more about signing up for a Gift Membership, click here
Find Out More…
If you’d like to find out more about supporting the South West Coast Path Association this Green Friday, email us at fundraising@southwestcoastpath.org.uk or call our office on 01752 896237 and speak to one of our friendly team
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