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Woolworths MySchool Loyalty Program is now MyDifference: What You Need to Do

my difference woolworths precious tree project npo

Woolworths has merged its loyalty programs — MySchool and WRewards — into a single, powerful platform called MyDifference.

It lives within the Woolworths App, replacing the need for a physical MySchool card at checkout. This new, integrated system is designed to provide greater value, convenience, and tailored rewards to Woolworths shoppers, while still allowing you to support the Precious Tree Project and other causes you care about.

How does it work now?

The core of the program remains the same: every time you shop and swipe your card, a percentage of your spend is automatically donated to your chosen beneficiary (that’s us!) at no cost to you. The key changes are in how you access and manage your rewards and contributions.

What you need to do:

1. Download the Woolworths App: If you don’t already have it, get the app on your smartphone. Download the App via the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
2. Register/Log in: Open the app and log in to your account.
3. Go to the MyDifference section
4. Activate your virtual MyDifference card:
– Navigate to the Loyalty Hub
– Scroll down to “Causes”
– Select “Choose my own”
– Search for and select Precious Tree Project (Environment, Western Cape)
5. Use your virtual card when shopping: Present the virtual card at the till to ensure PTP continues to receive donations from your purchases.
6. Enjoy more rewards. In addition to supporting us, MyDifference offers a tiered rewards system (Loyal, Ambassador, and VIP) with instant savings, exclusive vouchers, and other benefits that increase with your level of spend.

For more information, visit the Woolworths website or contact their customer service team.

We are so grateful for your ongoing support. Thank you for being a part of our community and for helping us create a greener future, one swipe at a time!

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International Environmental Education Day

International Environmental Education Day

Environmental education empowers us to understand and care for our planet. It teaches us about the delicate balance of ecosystems, the impact of human activities, and the importance of sustainable living.

International Environmental Education Day is celebrated on the 26th of January every year. The day aims to raise awareness of environmental issues and encourage people to take action.

Why is it important?

  • To improve the relationship between people and the environment
  • To help people understand their impact on the planet
  • To develop skills and attitudes to make positive change
  • To help children develop eco-conscious values
  • To help people work together to create a safe and healthy environment for future generations

How can you take action?

  • Volunteer with an environmental organization
  • Offer a workshop or presentation on environmental topics
  • Share educational content on social media
  • Promote eco-friendly alternatives
  • Start a campaign to raise awareness about an environmental issue
  • Pick up litter at a beach or other location

Environmental Education is Key

Environmental Education is a key component of the work that PTP do through our School Education and Tree Planting Program which aims to raise awareness amongst our youth around our connection to our environment, and the benefits of planting trees. We focus on planting out indigenous forest food trees for our school planting endeavours.

We also have a range of ongoing training and educational programs that we provide to community members in the GRD. These are geared to addressing the different socio-economic-environmental challenges of our local community members, including high levels of unemployment, lack of basic skills, lack of awareness around the natural environment, compromised safety (highlighted by the re-occurring outbreaks of life-threatening fires), to name a few.

Your ongoing support enables us to keep on inspiring and educating communities about the importance of environmental conservation and taking action to protect our precious resources. Thank you!

Donate / Sponsor a Tree
Gift a Tree

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WALEAF Advancing in Fight for Wildlife Corridors

WALEAF Wildlife Corridor George Herald

“Wildlife corridors in the Wilderness area are under immense pressure and are being gradually destroyed as a result of development and alien invasive vegetation, but ongoing efforts of the Touw River Conservancy (TRC) and Wilderness and Lakes Environmental Action Forum (Waleaf) to turn the tide around are bearing fruit.

For one, a new by-law was passed by George Municipality in 2023 to limit the fencing of properties in the rural landscape in order to reduce the blocking of corridors and restriction of wildlife movement.

This by-law was a direct result of Waleaf continually lobbying the municipality.

Speaking at a meeting hosted by SaveWild last week, Waleaf chairperson Melissa Dalton said the by-law determines that a property owner may not fence the entire perimeter of their property, only around the development footprint.”

Click here to read the full article in the George Herald.

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Received with Gratitude

This Spring we were delighted to receive a generous donation of wheelbarrows, spades, branch cutters and overalls (for our workforce) from a corporate sponsor. These practical, and much appreciated gifts have already been put to good use.

This is  a great example of how businesses can assist an NPO in ways other than cash donations. In addition, the Organisation’s South African Head Office has also been excited to share information on Precious Tree Project with all of their employees, encouraging them to support us through our various fundraising platforms: sponsor trees, gift a tree and art for nature initiatives.

A BIG thank you from all of us at PTP… let the clearing and planting continue!