Conserving the essence of Rottnest
Rottnest holds a very special place in the hearts of many Western Australians. We owe it to them and to future generations to conserve and enhance its natural environment and cultural assets – Janet Holmes a Court AC, Patron
About Us
Our Mission
The Rottnest Foundation’s mission is to ‘Conserve the essence of Rottnest’ by encouraging community involvement and raising funds to protect and enhance Rottnest Island’s unique environmental, cultural and heritage assets.
The Rottnest Foundation is achieving our mission by:
- inviting the West Australian community to join the Foundation to support its role in ‘Conserving the essence of Rottnest’
- raising awareness, understanding and appreciation of Rottnest Island’s unique fragile attributes to encourage a sense of community ownership and environmental stewardship
- securing and administering funds raised through grant submissions, sponsorship and fundraising activities to support important conservation projects; and
- providing opportunities for Rottnest Foundation members to participate in conservation projects on the Island.
Welcome
Rottnest Island is rich in biodiversity, breathtaking naturescapes and layers of cultural history. It is as equally magnificent, as it is vulnerable, which is why it needs our help!
Welcome
The Rottnest Foundation was formed to allow anyone who loves Rottnest Island an opportunity to get involved in its conservation, to ensure it is maintained to be enjoyed by generations for years to come.
Get Involved
Our purpose is to raise public awareness of the fragile cultural and environmental attributes that make Rottnest special and raise much needed community funding for Island restoration projects.
Current Projects
The Rottnest Foundation works in partnership with the Rottnest Island Authority in the delivery of major projects that ‘Conserve the essence of Rottnest’.
Become a Member
Members have an opportunity to participate in our tree planting days and get involved in various environmental conservation opportunities that arise on Rottnest Island. Join online or download-print-and-complete-our-membership-form and post to the Foundation.
Make a Donation
Donations made to the Foundation support our current Rottnest projects. All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. Donations can be made via our secure online credit card facility, via posted cheque or money order.
Become a Corporate Sponsor
Sponsor opportunities exist for corporates to become partners in delivering our current projects. Sponsorship commitment levels vary and therefore benefit packages are tailored to suit corporations’ marketing strategies, programs, budget and objectives
Purchase Rottnest Foundation Merchandise!
By purchasing Rottnest Foundation merchandise you are helping to raise much needed funds for cultural, heritage and environmental projects on Rottnest Island. Online ordering now available.
Contribute Gifts In-kind or Pro-bono Services
Donating goods & services is an invaluable way businesses can support the Rottnest Foundation to help offset our fundraising, operating & marketing costs.
Participate in Workplace or Matched Giving
Workplace Giving provides an opportunity for employers and employees to contribute to Rottnest Foundation projects that they are passionate about. I.e. Employees can choose to donate money to our Foundation pre-tax. For every $1 that an employee donates; the employer may choose to match the donation.
Current Projects
The Rottnest Foundation works in partnership with the Rottnest Island Authority in the delivery of major projects that ‘Conserve the essence of Rottnest’.
Wadjemup Bidi
The Wadjemup Bidi project consists of a 45 km network of trails that will facilitate public access and connection to the Island’s rich natural features, abundant wildlife & unique cultural heritage whilst also providing a strategy to minimise the pressures of tourism on the natural environment.
Aboriginal Burial Ground
The Rottnest Foundation is actively seeking funds to support the conservation of the Aboriginal Burial Ground on Wadjemup (Rottnest Island), Western Australia.
Make a Donation
You can make a real difference to the conservation of Rottnest Island and ensure that the Island remains that special place we all love for its unique beauty and heritage.
Become a Member
Here is an opportunity to give something back to Rottnest and make a real difference! By joining us you will be supporting the Foundation’s work in conserving the Island for future generations.