Donate
The Delta Naturalists Society is passionate about preserving the biodiversity and natural beauty of the Fraser River Delta; and while we are an organization of volunteers, we rely upon our members’ annual dues and donations to keep the heartbeat of our initiatives strong. Every dollar contributed to the Delta Naturalists Society makes a meaningful impact, helping us to:
- Protect wildlife habitats through various initiatives, such as our Birds and Biodiversity committee.
- Promote education through our suite of Delta nature brochures and other Nature Resources, as well as through event volunteering through hands-on nature displays and monthly presentations, which we disseminate through our social media channels (Facebook and YouTube).
- Advocate for environmentally responsible policies and practices (see Delta Initiatives). Your support allows us to amplify our voice and influence positive change at the local and regional levels.
- Create an inclusive and engaged society of like-minded people with a shared interest in nature through regular outings and many other social events.
How can you give?
Your contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference, and you don’t have to be a DNS member. To make a donation, you can send an e-transfer through your bank, pay online with PayPal, or write a cheque payable to the Delta Naturalists Society:
E-transfer Instructions
Log into your on-line banking account
- Select “Transfers”
- Select “e-Transfers”
- Select “Send Money”
- To set up DNS for the first time, select “Add Contact ” – Enter Name “Delta Naturalists Society”. Enter Email Address “deltanaturalists@gmail.com”
- Fill in transfer details
- In the “Message” box enter “Donation” and purpose if applicable
- Select “Continue”, etc.
PayPal Instructions
The button below will take you to PayPal where you can pay online with a credit or debit card. Please note that you’ll have to set up a PayPal account for this option. Once you’re logged in:
- Select the ‘Send and Request’ tab at the top of your dashboard screen
- Make sure the option ‘Send’ is selected
- Insert the email address: deltanaturalists@gmail.com
- Type in the amount
- Then select or add a payment option (your credit / debit card details) and complete the payment.
Cheque Payments
Mail the cheque, payable to the Delta Naturalists Society, to the following address.
You can also:
- Honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion with a tribute gift that will make a lasting impact. (For example, the Tom Bearss’ bursary.) Please specify to what or to whom you’d like to attribute your donation.
- Volunteer your time and expertise! We’re always looking for people to present at our monthly meetings—should you have nature-related expertise to share—and extra hands to help out at events, outings, and with website administration, etc.
- Explore opportunities for your business to partner with us and demonstrate your commitment to environmental stewardship.
By supporting the Delta Naturalists Society, you are investing in a more sustainable future for the Fraser River Delta and the thousands of species of fauna and flora that call this key habitat home. Help us protect, educate, and advocate for nature.
Tom Bearss bursary
In 2020, the Delta Naturalists Society lost a giant within our organization: Tom Bearss, DNS President who, for years, led birdwatching walks into the Fraser River Delta and surrounds. His amiable persona and humorous blog writing drew in dozens of enthusiasts from far and wide. Sadly, Tom passed away in April 2020 but while he left behind a void we could never fill, his family ensured that his legacy will be felt for generations to come with the Tom Bearss bursary.
The Tom Bearss bursary was established through a collaboration between the Delta Naturalists Society, UBC, and the Bearss family to support students specializing in environmental and nature studies. Thanks to generous donations, the substantial size of the Tom Bearss Bursary means the Fund is endowed and will continue to support students in perpetuity, without further donations required.
Read the Delta Optimist article, Feb 21, 2022.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, Contact Us by filling out the form on the linked page. Alternatively, email Delta Naturalists Society for general enquiries and Delta Naturalists Membership for membership-related enquiries.
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