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title: Get Involved | Derbyshire Swift Conservation
description: Support Derbyshire Swift Conservation to help protect swifts. Volunteer, donate, and learn how to support these iconic birds in their battle against decline.
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# Get Involved
### Be a part of the solution!
Protecting Swifts in Derbyshire relies on community action. Without supporters, volunteers and donors, our work wouldn't happen.
Whether you have a little time, practical skills, or resources to share, there are many ways to help protect these remarkable birds and ensure they continue to return to our summer skies.
[Support or volunteer with us](https://2fa4ej.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2pZT49CMRT5mRd2-jvy-7Ig) [Make a donation](https://derbyshireswiftconservation.org/donate?hsLang=en)
## **Three Ways To Get Involved**
#### Supporter
**Stay informed and spread the word**
Supporters help raise awareness and grow the community behind Swift conservation.
*You can:*
Follow us on social media
Join our mailing list
Attend talks and events
Share Swift sightings and news
Tell friends and neighbours about Swifts
Even small actions help build a stronger network of people who care about protecting Swifts.
[Register as a supporter and sign up to our newsletter](https://2fa4ej.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2pZT49CMRT5mRd2-jvy-7Ig)
#### Volunteer
**Put boots on the ground for Swifts**
Volunteers play a vital role in our work across Derbyshire.
*Opportunities include:*
Surveying and monitoring Swift colonies
Reporting nest sites and installations
Supporting public talks and community events
Helping with outreach and communications
Serving as a trustee
No previous experience is required, training and guidance are provided.
[Register to volunteer with us](https://2fa4ej.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2pZT49CMRT5mRd2-jvy-7Ig)
#### Donor
**Help fund Swift conservation**
Financial support allows us to expand our work across Derbyshire.
*Donations help fund:*
Nest box and swift brick installations
Survey equipment and mapping tools
Educational resources and events
Conservation campaigns and community projects
Regular donations help provide sustainable funding for our work.
[Make a donation](https://derbyshireswiftconservation.org/donate?hsLang=en)
## Volunteer Stories
We couldn't do what we do without the hard work and commitment of our volunteers, and we're delighted that they get as much out of it as we do.
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## Corporate Sponsorship
Businesses and organisations can make a significant difference to Swift conservation.
**Corporate supporters may contribute by:**
Providing financial sponsorship
Supporting installation projects
Offering employee volunteering
Helping raise awareness through partnerships
In recognition of their support, corporate donors are acknowledged on our website and communications.
[Get in touch for a chat](mailto:ccrump@derbyshireswiftconservation.org)
## Get Emergency Advice
**Do you think you’ve found a grounded swift or blocked nest?** We and our partners can help. Find out what to do next.
[Get Emergency Advice](https://www.hubspot.com/) [Get Help Identifying Swifts](https://www.hubspot.com/)
## **Our Founding Partners**
We could only exist with the support of our partners, and to them we are extremely grateful.
## **Our Founding Partners**
We could only exist with the support of our partners, and to them we are extremely grateful.
[](https://www.heritagefund.org.uk/projects/derbyshire-dales-swift-project-keeping-swifts-our-landscape-future-generations)
[](https://www.breedongroup.com/sustainability)
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- [News & Events](https://derbyshireswiftconservation.org/news)
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