Support Landmark Foundation Conservation - Section 18A Tax Deduction

Landmark Foundation champions the protection of South Africa's unique biodiversity through ground-breaking conservation, research, and community engagement. Founded by Dr. Bool Smuts, Landmark operates across the Karoo and surrounding regions, protecting endangered species while fostering coexistence between wildlife, livestock farming, and human communities.

Your support enables critical conservation work including predator protection programs, habitat restoration, ecological research, and community education initiatives that transform how humans interact with the natural world.

Section 18A Tax Deduction Available: Landmark Foundation holds Section 18A Public Benefit Organisation status in South Africa. This means South African taxpayers can claim tax deductions for donations.

How to claim your deduction:

1. Keep your donation receipt - Landmark will issue a Section 18A certificate
2. Provide the certificate to your tax advisor or accountant
3. Your advisor will include the deduction on your ITR12 return
4. The donation reduces your taxable income

Important: The tax benefit is only available to South African taxpayers donating to Landmark Foundation directly. UK taxpayers donating through Climate Actions Now qualify for Gift Aid instead.

Landmark Foundation operates at the cutting edge of conservation science and practice. Their work includes protecting caracal, leopard, and other predators from persecution, restoring natural habitats degraded by overgrazing, conducting essential biodiversity research, and educating communities about the vital role predators play in healthy ecosystems.

Through innovative programs like their predator-proof livestock protection systems and community education initiatives, Landmark demonstrates that conservation and sustainable farming can coexist. Their research informs conservation policy across South Africa and beyond.

One-Time Donation:

R500 - Supports one week of field research
R1,500 - Funds community education workshop
R3,000 - Contributes to predator monitoring equipment
R5,000 - Sponsors wildlife veterinary care
R10,000+ - Major habitat restoration project

Monthly Giving: Become a Landmark conservation partner with regular monthly support. Monthly donors receive quarterly field updates and exclusive access to research findings.

Every contribution to Landmark Foundation directly funds their conservation mission. Funds support field operations including predator monitoring and research, habitat restoration and management, community education and outreach programs, wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, and conservation advocacy and policy work.

Landmark maintains rigorous financial accountability as required for Section 18A status. Detailed annual reports document program outcomes and financial stewardship.

Who can claim Section 18A deductions?
Any South African taxpayer (individual or company) who pays tax to SARS and donates to Landmark Foundation can claim the deduction. Keep your Section 18A certificate and provide it to your tax advisor.

How much can I deduct?
Individuals can deduct up to 10% of taxable income. Companies can deduct up to 10% of taxable income. Your tax advisor can calculate the exact benefit based on your tax bracket.

What if I'm not a South African taxpayer?
International donors are welcome! UK taxpayers donating through Climate Actions Now qualify for Gift Aid. Other international donors won't receive tax benefits but their support is equally valuable for conservation.

How does Landmark protect predators?
Through education, research, and practical solutions like predator-proof livestock kraals. Landmark works with farmers to implement non-lethal protection methods that save both livestock and wildlife.

Can I visit Landmark's conservation sites?
Yes! Climate Actions Now facilitates research and conservation experiences with Landmark Foundation. Contact us about field research opportunities and conservation education programs.

How do I get my Section 18A certificate?
Landmark issues certificates automatically for all qualifying donations. You'll receive it via email within 7 days of your donation. Keep this certificate for your tax records.

Your donation protects endangered species, restores critical habitats, and builds a future where wildlife and human communities thrive together. With Section 18A benefits, your conservation impact goes even further.

Contact: support@climateactionsnow.org | Landmark Foundation: info@landmark.org.za

"If you think the economy is more important than the environment, try counting your money while you hold your breath." - Dr. Bool Smuts, Founder, Landmark Foundation

Landmark Foundation is a registered Section 18A Public Benefit Organisation in South Africa. Donations qualify for tax deductions for South African taxpayers. Climate Actions Now is a UK registered charity (1136121) - UK taxpayers qualify for Gift Aid when donating through CAN.