 Greenfingers – the
garden industry charity
The Greenfingers Appeal was launched
in November 1998 by garden writer and broadcaster Richard
Jackson and a team of volunteers drawn from all sectors
of the gardening industry.
Growers, plant breeders, retailers,
manufacturers and a host of gardening journalists and
celebrities have willingly contributed materials, time
and expertise to make the Appeal an instant, and lasting,
success.
According to Charity Commission
figures, the Greenfingers Appeal is amongst the top
ten percent of UK charities.
Celebrity support
Celebrities supporting Greenfingers
have been magnificent:
- Alan Titchmarsh backed our first
quiz
- Charlie Dimmock endorsed our 2006 Greenfingers Gardening Gloves
- Tommy Walsh is fronting our Schools Sunflower
Challenge
- Peter Seabrook is endorsing our Greenfingers Lapel Pins
The support
of these and others is ongoing and a vital contribution
to the continuing success of the Appeal.
Garden
industry support
Over 300 companies within the gardening
industry including manufacturers, growers, wholesalers
and retailers play a vital role.Their contributions
take many different and innovative forms: special retail
promotions where donations are made for every pack sold;
the provision of garden planning and gardening expertise;
donating plants, building materials and goods for the
gardens.
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