Quick Answer
Donations to The Diggers Foundation directly fund the preservation of open-pollinated heirloom seeds, maintain historic gardens, and support seed-saving events that benefit gardeners across Australia.
Why Your Donation Matters for Seed Diversity
Commercial seed production often focuses on hybrids that don't breed true. Your donation helps The Diggers Foundation maintain a living library of open-pollinated heirloom seeds—varieties you can save and replant year after year.
What Makes a Seed Supporter Different from a One-Time Donor
A Seed Supporter donation at the $660 level gives you hands-on involvement: invitations to seed harvesting days, free seed samples of your chosen variety, and recognition on the Diggers website. A smaller donation still funds the same mission but without the extra perks.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seed Saving Donations
How does my donation directly help seed savers?
Funds go toward collecting, cleaning, storing, and growing out heirloom seeds. Seed savers can then access these varieties through the Diggers network, ensuring rare breeds don't disappear.
Can I choose which seed variety my donation supports?
Yes, with a Seed Supporter donation you can select the variety you'd like to support. Your name is then listed on the Diggers website alongside that variety. Check the Seed Supporter Donation page for the current list of varieties available.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes, The Diggers Foundation is an ACNC-registered charity (ABN 57948503936). All donations over $2 are tax-deductible, and you'll receive a receipt.
What if I can't afford a large donation?
Even a $10 or $20 donation makes a real difference. Every contribution helps expand seed preservation work and maintain historic gardens, regardless of size. Consider setting up a recurring smaller donation for ongoing impact.
Donation Options That Make a Difference
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Seed Supporter Donation: As a Seed Supporter you'll receive a certificate, tax-deductible receipt, updates on grow-outs and seed collection, opportunities to join seed harvesting days, free seed samples, invitation to donor events, and website recognition. This level is ideal if you want to actively participate in seed saving and see exactly which variety your donation supports.
Seed Supporter Donation
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$10 donation: Your kind donation to The Diggers Foundation means we can expand our work preserving open-pollinated heirloom seeds and conserve our historic buildings and gardens. Every dollar counts—a $10 donation helps fund the seed bank and garden maintenance without any ongoing commitment.
$10 donation