Get involved
There is more than one way to be useful
Tikobane is a small, locally staffed organisation. Money, expertise, time and partnership all move the work forward — choose whichever you actually have.
Ways to get involved
Five ways to support the work
Donate
Help support community and animal welfare programmes. Regular monthly gifts are the most useful support we receive, because they let us plan.
One-off or monthly · Direct to a programme if you wish
Find out moreVolunteer
Give your skills, time and expertise — in Dete or remotely. We particularly need veterinary, training, monitoring and communications support.
In person or remote · Short or long term
Find out morePartner With Us
For NGOs, businesses, conservation organisations, government institutions and other bodies looking to work alongside a locally rooted team.
Programme, funding or technical partnerships
Find out moreSponsor a Project
Fund a specific programme end to end — a club term, a training cohort, an outreach day or a set of livestock enclosures.
Named reporting on what your funding delivered
Find out moreBecome a Mentor
Share your professional knowledge with young people and community groups. Consistency matters far more than intensity here.
Remote-friendly · Ongoing commitment
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Not sure where to start?
Talk to us first
If you are unsure how you could help, a short conversation usually resolves it faster than a form. We are happy to say when something is not a good fit.
Reach the team directly
Community-led change needs people behind it
Whether you give, volunteer, mentor or partner with us, you make the next season of work possible for households in and around Dete.