At People For Nature, we’re all about empowering people — individuals and communities alike — to take meaningful action on climate and biodiversity. But what makes us a bit different is how we operate: not just as a registered environmental charity, but also as a social enterprise. This means we blend the heart and purpose of a charity with the creativity and sustainability of a business.
What’s a Social Enterprise, Anyway?
Simply put, a social enterprise is a business set up to solve social or environmental problems. Instead of focusing on making profits for shareholders, it reinvests any money earned back into its mission. The Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) describes it as a business that trades to create positive change — both for people and the planet.
Social enterprises sit at this really exciting crossroads of doing good while staying financially sustainable. They’re not just charities relying on donations, and they’re not just businesses chasing profit. They’re something fresh — combining the best of both worlds to make a real difference.
Why Environmental and Social Work Go Hand in Hand
We truly believe that environmental issues are human issues. Some might say the environmental crisis is, at its core, a human crisis. When ecosystems suffer, people do too — especially vulnerable communities. Climate change and biodiversity loss affect people’s health, wellbeing, and livelihoods. That’s why at People For Nature, we see environmental care and social justice as inseparable.
By supporting nature, we’re supporting communities, and by empowering people, we’re protecting nature. It’s all deeply connected.
People For Nature: A Social Enterprise With a Charitable Heart
We’re proud to wear two hats:
- Registered Environmental Charity: We’re officially recognised for our work benefiting the public, which means your donations are tax-deductible. We’re committed to being open, honest, and accountable in everything we do.
- Social Enterprise: We also run educational workshops, corporate training, and community programs that generate income. This earned revenue helps us grow our impact and stay financially strong — all without losing sight of our environmental mission.
Why We Joined SECNA
SECNA is more than just an organisation — it’s a thriving community of changemakers who believe business can be a powerful force for environmental and social good. Being part of SECNA means we’re connected to:
- Other nature-focused social enterprises like ours, helping each other thrive
- Advocates pushing for policies that support and grow social and nature enterprises
- A network of passionate people bridging business, environment, and community sectors
Being a SECNA member makes us stronger. It helps us blend smart business skills with deep care for nature. Because we know that solving climate and biodiversity challenges means finding new, creative ways that are both impactful and sustainable in the long run.
More info on SECNA: https://www.secna.org.au/
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