Bailiwick Express announced this week they are proud to be media partner for next year's Dolphin Discovery Trail and they would like other businesses to join the team and ge involved...
The trail will follow a similar format to previous events which have included models of puffins, goats, and donkeys.
Raising vital funds for both Autism Guernsey and the GSPCA, the community initiatives will offer a free activity for those wanting to see each of the models, while encouraging donations to the two beneficiaries.
With support from Express, the 'Dolphin Discovery Trail' will be highlighted across their platforms so those taking part can easily find each one with free maps and other online and printed assistance and information.
The 62 dolphins will be on display throughout next Spring and Summer, after artists have put their personal touch on the statues and we are still in need of those keen artists wanting to help as well as sponsors and possible locations.
Schools, community groups, and other charities will be taking part in the artistic process too, confirming the 2025 Dolphin Discovery Trail as a true community initiative.
How you can take part
There will be 62 dolphins in the Discovery Trail.
Express will have one on display and other businesses have also signed an agreement to sponsor one.
Some remain available and there is time for more businesses to get involved with sponsoring them too.
To find out more information contact [email protected]
The dolphins are due to arrive in Guernsey next month, and they will then be distributed among the artists and organisations decorating them.
In February next year the dolphins will be rounded up to get the ready for their individual display locations.
Each dolphin will be placed in a publicly accessible location, where they will remain on display until the end of August.
They will each be auctioned off in September to raise even more money for the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey.
Steve Byrne, manager of the GSPCA said last year's Puffin Parade was a massive success and he's hoping the Dolphin Discovery Trail will be as successful in 2025.
“Last year the Puffin Parade which was run by the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey was a massive success thanks to the amazing support by all involved. Like the Puffin Parade and similar events in previous years we are looking for sponsors for the giant Dolphin statues and artists to paint them as well as locations to place them, help with the hunt app, website, raffle, auction location and much more."
A number of other businesses have already joined Express in supporting the Dolphin Discovery Trail said Mr Byrne.
“We have contacted those amazing supporters who helped with the Puffin Parade and many are supporting this event and we now would love to hear from those keen to help with next year’s BIG event.
“From DWA Flooring to Craftwise Ltd, Aquitaine Group to Blanchelande Park Nursing Home, Ravenscroft to TISE we are so excited to announce the names of all involved in the coming weeks.
“The Puffin Parade raised an incredible £140,000 between both the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey and was a huge amount of fun and we continue to love seeing the Puffins featured all around Guernsey.
“To help and get involved please email me and Andrew via [email protected].”
The GSPCA is hoping to use funds raised through the Dolphin Discovery Trail for the planned redevelopment of the St Andrew's animal shelter site, while Autism Guernsey recently suffered a set back to its plans for 2025 with the loss of a valuable grant.
Andrew Sparks Autism Guernsey Director said the money raised from the Dolphin Discovery Trail will help it keep its services going.
“The Puffin Parade was an incredible event that raised much needed funds for both the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey last year.
“Over the last few months we having been working on the next big event which will be the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025. Both charities do so much for the community and we are delighted to once again join up for what is going to be another amazing event to bring joy to the island and bring much needed funds for Autism Guernsey and the GSPCA.
“Many will have seen the news recently about funding for Autism Guernsey and we are all doing all we can to raise the much needed funds for our essential work supporting our community.
“If anyone is keen to support Autism Guernsey in any way we would love to hear from you from the Dolphin Discovery trail 2025 to other ways you think you can support.
“We must say a huge thanks to Two Degrees North for kindly making our logo for this event it is hugely appreciated from both the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey.
“We cannot thank everyone enough that helped with the Puffin Parade and we look forward updating everyone on the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025.”
Steve continued “We are delighted that Bailiwick Express have teamed up with the Dolphin Discovery trail 2025 and help the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey raise much needed funds, awareness and add some fun to 2025.”
“As well as finding the final sponsors for the dolphins we are looking for artists and locations to place the dolphins and please get in touch if you can help in anyway and thanks to all those already involved.”
To download a sponsorship form please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dolphin%20Parade%20Sponsorship%20Form%202025%20V3%20%281%29.pdf
To visit the Bailiwick Express latest on the Dolphin Discovery trail please check out https://gsy.bailiwickexpress.com/gsy/news/dolphin-discovery-trail-plans-progressing/
Donate
Donate by calling 01481 257261, by post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD or online https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL
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GSPCA Celebrates 150 years in 2023 and 151 years in 2024
This year the GSPCA celebrate 150 into 151 years and to find out more please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years
Sponsored Event
Why not create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
For lots more ideas why not visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising
Wish List
Check out our wish list page from the smallest of items to our biggest of projects there are many ways to support us - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list
To visit our Amazon Wish list to see some of the items we need to help the wildlife please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList
GSPCA Wildlife Hospital Appeal
To make a direct donation please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4618/Please-Support-the-GSPCA-Wildlife-Hospital-Appeal
To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf
Larger donors or corporates may want to make a larger donation and become an Exclusive Build Partner and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner
Legacies & Bequests
By leaving a gift to the GSPCA in your Will really helps us to improve the lives of animals into the future. After providing for those you care for, please consider leaving a proportion of what remains to the GSPCA it is so appreciated and makes a real lasting legacy.
A gift like this to the GSPCA ensures our animals and those in Guernsey will always have someone to keep them safe. To find out more please http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding
Gift Aid on Donations over £500
To find out about the States of Guernsey tax relief information on gift aid up to 2020 on donations totalling between £500 and £5000 please see the details by going to https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=2617&p=0
2021 gift aid is from £500 and up to £7500 and here are the details - https://www.gov.gg/article/151830/Income-tax-relief
To download the form to claim for 2020 or before please follow this link https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=1994&p=0
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Why become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor and support our work each month please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf
To become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf
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Below are our usual opening times but these are occasionally adjusted to ensure we provide the best of care for the animals and those needing our 24/7 help, in an emergency please call 01481 257261
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Reception & Shop area
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Collecting/Dropping Off Boarding Dogs & Cats
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Viewing animals for adoption
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Emergencies Call 257261 or the Shelter is manned 24/7
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GSPCA Charity Shop in Smith Street
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Sunday’s
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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Bank Holiday’s
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Closed unless advertised
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Upcoming Events we are at and need your help -
Wednesday 2nd to Sunday 6th October 2024 - Skipton Swimarathon - https://www.swimarathon.org/
October Half Term Tours – to be confirmed
Tuesday 5th November 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 12th November 2024 - Ref - Dog 12/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 19th November 2024 - Ref - Cat 19/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Christmas Tours – to be confirmed
February 2025 Tours – to be confirmed
Easter 2025 Tours – to be confirmed
2025 – Dolphin Parade - https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/coming-guernsey-2025-dolphin-parade-thanks-gspca-autism-guernsey
Many more events will be added and dates to be confirmed and if you have any events or ideas to please get in touch…………..
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