ProTiNa-Stiftung für Tier und Naturschutz

Private foundation

About the funder

The ProTiNa Foundation for Animal and Nature Conservation is a legally recognized, non-profit foundation under civil law based in Burgdorf. Founded in November 2007 by Regina and Michael Ethner, it is financed through its foundation capital and solicited donations. With the proceeds, it supports its own projects such as wildlife tracking, insect hotels, barefoot paths, tree ecology, and "Youth for Nature," as well as external activities of third parties (e.g., NABU Youth, Burgdorf Animal Shelter). The goal is to promote the protection and care of the animal and plant world in Burgdorf and the surrounding area in the long term.

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Mission & Vision

The ProTiNa Foundation aims to create a reliable financial basis for animal and nature conservation measures through dependable income from donations and endowments. It is committed to preserving natural habitats, promoting biodiversity, and raising public awareness of environmental and animal protection in Burgdorf and the Hannover region.

Target groups

The foundation's funding measures are aimed at local initiatives and projects for nature and species conservation in the Burgdorf region. This includes non-profit associations and organizations (e.g., NABU youth group), youth and school projects, animal shelters (especially the Burgdorf animal shelter), municipalities, as well as individuals committed to the preservation of natural habitats, species protection, and environmental education.