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SUPPORT
The generosity of donors is recognized.
You can assist this work with a financial
donation or via specific alliances outlined on this page.
We welcome financial support that helps with Web service bills,
content acquisition, graphics and the web workshops we offer
artisans, market venders and indigenous tourism operators. |
SUPPORT THIS SITE
Planeta.com is a pioneering website celebrating our 15th anniversary. We provide helpful resources for travelers and locals with a common vision of eco-friendly, people-friendly and place-friendly travel.
We welcome financial support that helps with Web service bills,
content acquisition, graphics and the web workshops we offer
artisans, market venders and indigenous tourism operators. Right
now you can support this site. Donors
are recognized at the following levels:
Level 1 - $50 and under
Level 2 - $51 to $100
Level 3 - $101-$500
Level 4 - $501-$999
Level 5 - $1,000 and up
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BACKGROUND
Launched in 1994 by journalist Ron
Mader, the Planeta.com website spotlights conscientious
travel and ecotourism around the globe.
One of the most popular and respected sites on the Web,
these pages are read over a half million times each month.
More than 1,500 subscribers receive the Planeta
Update and more than 400 people are registered
for our forum. |
SEEKING PARTNERS
This website offers a number of partnership options:
1) INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT - Planeta requests support
for core operating costs. In exchange for financial support,
we offer a wide range of banner space, sponsored links and
credits. Rates: $5,000-$100,000/year
2) SECTIONAL SUPPORT - Planeta has developed exclusive
resource guides that are reader favorites. Examples include
the Forest
Resource Guide, Latin
American Media Project and a dozen other niche topics.
Rates: $2,000-$50,000/year
4) RESEARCH/TRAVEL GRANTS - Among long-time contributors
to the site, we have top-notch journalists who can expand
the coverage of such pertinent issues as community-based sustainable
tourism, regional health and park management. Missing - grants
for independent travel and research. Rates: $1,000-$20,000
per grant or stipend
5) TECHNOLOGY
FUNDING - Many Planeta writers use older computers with
troublesome Internet access. Even at our domain hub, we find
it difficult to keep up with ever-changing software versions
and hardware compatibility. Rates: $1,000-$100,000/year. Donations
of state of the art equipment are also appreciated.
6) ONLINE CONFERENCES - Over the past ten years we
have hosted nearly 20 online conferences, focusing on the
connections between the environment and tourism. Become a
co-sponsor! Details
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7) READER SUPPORT - Financial donations are accepted! |
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WHO BENEFITS FROM A PARTNERSHIP?
TOURISM PROVIDERS - Airlines, bus companies, travel
agencies, travel wholesalers, event planners, language schools,
independent guides
UNIVERSITIES - Journalism schools, natural sciences,
environment and tourism departments
GOVERNMENT OFFICES - Tourism and conservation sectors,
regional development planners, promotion boards
NON GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS - Environmental and
development specializations
FOUNDATIONS - Particularly programs which share an
interest in environmental issues, sustainable development
and journalism |
DID YOU KNOW?
PLANETA.COM HAS WON TOP AWARDS - In 2002, the Government
of Mexico presented Ron Mader the prestigious Lente
de Plata award - proudly our second! - for our specialized
coverage of Mexican tourism.
In 2000 Ron was the recipient of an Ecotourism Excellence
honor presented by Conservation International for work developing
the Planeta website. Ron is profiled in the American
Environmental Leaders from Past to Present (ABC-Clio Press). |
EDUCATION
Learning never ends. See if one of our workshops is right for you. |
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