FAQ

Because nature can't do it alone...

We believe everyone - big or small - can help
fight climate change, restore biodiversity
and protect animals.

  • Who is Jane Goodall?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    Jane Goodall is our founder, a primatologist who has made major discoveries about chimpanzees. If you'd like to learn more about this inspiring scientist, you can visit her dedicated page here where you'll find more explanations.

  • Where is my money going?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    You choose which project you'd like to help us with by making a donation: a donation for nature restoration, chimpanzee protection or a general donation. 

    Depending on the project you chose, the money will go towards Belgian and African treeplanting, Chimp Eden or the Dindéfelo Nature Reserve. If you chose a general donation, the money will go towards the project where we still need the most funding. 

    70% of your donation goes directly to the projects, 17% is used for our local Roots & Shoots programs and 13% goed towards administration.

  • Where will my trees be planted?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    The trees you have paid for will be planted at one of our tree-planting events. Thanks to our partnership with JGI in Africa, when you plant a tree in Belgium, ten are planted in Burundi!

  • How to participate in a tree planting event?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    Just wait for a planting event to be posted here and you'll be able to sign up! Or you can sign up for our newsletter. Stay tuned by following us on social networks, so you'll also be notified of all our events.

  • What are the themes of your Roots & Shoots workshops?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    We have many different ones which you can find here, including swifts, biodiversity, chimpanzees, forests, plastic pollution...

  • Are the Roots & Shoots workshops free?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    Yes, all our workshops are free, so don’t hesitate to contact us and enjoy!

  • How long does a Roots & Shoots workshop take?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    Our workshops last around 50mn-1h (depending on the questions the children ask at the end) except for the escape game on plastic pollution, which lasts 2h. We come and prepare the game/presentation 10-15mn beforehand (30mn for the escape game), then we proceed with the workshop. At the end, it's time for questions!

  • How do I request a Roots & Shoots workshop?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    You can register here, it couldn't be easier! Just fill in this form with your details and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

  • How do I become a volunteer?

    Last modified on: 17/04/2024

    If you'd like to become a volunteer and help us out, there are plenty of opportunities at JGI! We have several volunteer teams, and you can find their descriptions here. Once you've chosen your team, you can fill in the form on the selected team's page, telling us a little about yourself. We'll get back to you as soon as possible!

    Once you've registered to become a volunteer, you'll be invited to a welcome call during which you'll receive further information and can ask questions. Normally, we organize a welcome call every two months. After the call, you can decide whether you want to join us.

    If you're not sure which team to join, register here. You'll be invited to the welcome call, during which we'll give you more details about the teams and how they work. Once you've got a better overview, you can decide whether you still want to join us and what you'd like to contribute.

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