Golden Bird Patrons

Become a Golden Bird Patron

Golden Bird Patrons: A community that makes a meaningful contribution to the conservation of South Africa’s natural heritage

Golden Bird Patrons are individuals, trusts, foundations, and companies united by a shared purpose: safeguarding South Africa’s birdlife and natural heritage.

Through their generosity, Patrons provide vital unrestricted funding which empowers BirdLife South Africa to sustain its operations, retain exceptional staff, invest in critical infrastructure, and respond swiftly and strategically to urgent conservation priorities.

By contributing R25,000, R50,000, R75,000, or R100,000 annually to BirdLife South Africa, our valued supporters enjoy:

  • A closer, more personal connection with BirdLife South Africa.
  • Meaningful engagement with conservation through exclusive insights into the impact of their support.
  • Invitations to exclusive events and unique experiences.
  • Priority access and booking for BirdLife South Africa events.
  • Tax-deductible benefits.

BirdLife South Africa is a registered non-profit organisation (registration number: 001-298 NPO) and a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO exemption number 930 004 518). Donations are tax-deductible up to a limit of 10% of your taxable income.

Join a powerful network of changemakers safeguarding Africa’s birds and their habitats – for today and the future.

If you would like more information, fill in the form below:

Golden Bird Patrons 2025

Golden Pipit

R100 000 per annum

Golden-breasted Bunting

R75 000 per annum

African Golden Weaver

R50 000 per annum

African Golden Oriole

R25 000 per annum

Golden Pipit Patrons

  • Alex Barrell
  • Roeloff Botha
  • Alison Bradshaw
  • Briandez Legacy Trust
  • Tanya Browne
  • David Chamberlain
  • Philip Chamberlain
  • Chris & Barbara Cory
  • Felix Schneier Foundation
  • Anne-Marie Ferreira
  • Don Hairs
  • Kirby Group Engineering South Africa
  • Tasso Leventis
  • Nedbank
  • Nicky Oppenheimer
  • Michael Pimstein
  • Remgro Management Services
  • Gaynor Rupert
  • Mark Shuttleworth
  • Simon Stekhoven
  • The Mapula Trust
  • Esther van der Hoven

Golden-breasted Bunting Patrons

  • Stuart & Sandy Bird

African Golden Weaver Patrons

  • Amanda Ackerman
  • Geoff & Mary Ball
  • Esstee Building Material Merchants
  • Ken Collins Charitable Trust
  • Simon Milne
  • Simon Susman

African Golden Oriole Patrons

  • Rob & Eveline Abendanon
  • Ismail Bhorat
  • Nadya Bhorat
  • Maureen Dixon
  • Pat & Karin Goss
  • Grant Paola
  • Paul & Jeanne Harris
  • Robert Harvey
  • Douglas Hoernle
  • Ross Hunter
  • Golden Fleece Merinos
  • Kwikbuild Cement
  • Jason McCormick
  • John McCormick
  • Mike McGrath
  • Grant Paola
  • Nick & Jane Prentice
  • Gianni Ravazzotti
  • Mark & Christine Read
  • Mark Ridl
  • Tony & Carol Ridl
  • Brian Roberts
  • Royal Malewane
  • Kerry Rudd
  • Rainer Scherzinger
  • Shaun Schneier
  • Angus Sholto-Douglas
  • The George Skinner Trust
  • Marc Solomon
  • Mike Strong
  • Surgical & Ophthalmic Supplies
  • Stephan Terblanche
  • Brett & Elizabeth Thornton-Dibb
  • The Royal Portfolio Foundation
  • The Silo Hotel
  • Diana van Niekerk
  • Hannes Visagie
  • Diana van Niekerk