Tropical rainforest canopy with moss-covered tree trunks, fallen logs, and lush green climbing vines.

A special christening present

Protect the rainforest to ensure a new life on this Earth

For a christening: The gift that grows with the child throughout their life

At a christening, we wish a child a safe upbringing and that they may find their place in the world. Giving the gift of a piece of rainforest carries this sentiment forward: it symbolises a good life, growth and responsibility.

With every square metre of protected rainforest, the contribution you make to the future also grows. A gift that lasts – and gains in significance year after year.

You decide how large the protected area you wish to give as a gift should be. Once you’ve made your donation, you’ll immediately receive a personalised certificate showing the exact geographical coordinates and an aerial view of the protected area. 

Certificate in the name of the child being baptised

Once you have made your donation, you will receive a personalised certificate featuring: 

  • the child’s name
  • the exact geographical coordinates of the protected woodland
  • your personalised dedication

The certificate is available digitally and can be sent as a gift straight away or printed out – ideal for last-minute gifts too.

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A cash gift is fleeting, but a piece of the rainforest lasts for ever. As a keepsake, you’ll receive a certificate that’s lovingly designed, customisable and delivered to you in just a few minutes – an original and modern christening present.

  1. Determine the size of the protected area

    Choose how many square metres of rainforest you would like to protect in the child’s name.

  2. Personalise the certificate

    Enter the child’s name and a personal message. You will receive a personalised certificate showing the geographical coordinates of the protected area.

  3. Give as a gift, either digitally or as a printout

    Present the baptism certificate – either digitally or as a printout. A meaningful gift that creates lasting memories.

A present for a child – and the world

Unlike many material gifts, the protected rainforest is preserved for the long term. Even years later, the child can still track exactly where ‘their’ piece of rainforest is – using the map and coordinates on the certificate.

The result is a gift that grows with the child: it serves as a reminder that every life is part of a greater whole – and that small gestures can lead to significant conservation efforts.

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Give the gift of a rainforest for a christening


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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does Wilderness International do?

    Wilderness International purchases wilderness areas in a legally secure manner and protects them for generations to come. These purchases are funded by donations, which not only ensure the long-term protection of the areas but also enable environmental education projects and research into CO2 sequestration and biodiversity. Donors receive a personalised certificate showing the exact geographical coordinates of the protected forest area, so that the protection can be directly traced. We are currently active in the temperate rainforest of western Canada and the Amazon rainforest of Peru, where we are protecting ancient primary rainforests.

  • I want to give the donation as a present – do I need to enter my details or those of the recipient on the form?

    Please fill in all your details on the form. This is important for processing the donation and to ensure that only you receive all the information and the donation receipt. Then tick the box marked ‘Give the certificate as a gift/personalise it’. There, you can enter the name of the person you’re giving it to, so that it appears on the certificate.

  • How much should a donation be?

    You are free to choose how much you would like to donate (from €1). For every euro you donate, we help protect 1m2 of primeval forest for ever – and every square metre counts! On our donation form, you can choose the amount yourself (by entering it in the yellow number field next to the 25 or using the slider above it).

  • Why is the rainforest so important to us? What makes the rainforest so special?

    Rainforests are so important to us because they are the most species-rich ecosystems on Earth. Countless species find a suitable habitat in intact rainforests. They are therefore incredibly important for species conservation.

    Rainforests, along with their palm swamps and forest bogs, are also essential for a healthy global climate. They store huge amounts of CO2. They also cool the surrounding environment and ensure stable rainfall. 

    Rainforests also form an important part of our livelihood in other ways: many of our everyday products come from them, ranging from foodstuffs such as bananas and coffee, through to timber, and including personal care products and medicines. Furthermore, rainforests purify the air of exhaust fumes, filter water and maintain nutrient-rich soils. 

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a boy or a girl!

Protecting endangered wilderness knows no gender: this christening present is always the right choice. It is timeless, symbolic and grows with the child, no matter where life takes them.
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