I am thrilled to announce that The Butterfly Tree is the winner for ‘Volunteering Abroad Specialist of the year 2020‘ for United Kingdom, at the Travel & Hospitality Awards. Every year the charity attracts volunteers, donors and visitors from all over the world More details >

The Butterfly Tree is a non-political, non-government organisation registered in the UK and Zambia. We promote equality. We do not discriminate against people on grounds of sex, race, disability or religion. All the projects we raise money for are to More details >

I am pleased to report that despite the magnitude of the coronavirus pandemic our new financial year has got off to a positive start. This is mostly thanks to the continual support of our loyal donors and the success of More details >

On Sunday, the 26th April to replace the postponed London Marathon, where over £60 million was expected to be raised for UK charities, we have been given an opportunity to do a fundraiser, called the 2.6 Challenge for which you can all More details >

The COVID-19 pandemic is having a devasting effect on charities, with thousands of fundraising events being cancelled, reduced salaries and staff being placed on furlough. Sadly, many charities may seize to operate. The Butterfly Tree is in a fortunate position More details >

This Easter and the month of April are going to be different for everyone, whether you are celebrating or marking Easter, Passover, Ramadan or Vaisakhi public gatherings are prohibited in most areas of the world. Whatever your religion or belief More details >

Amid the alarming, shocking and disturbing daily news due to the COVID-19 global pandemic I would like to bring you some good news. Yesterday we completed another financial year for The Butterfly Tree, and I am delighted to inform you More details >

On the 18th March Zambia’s Ministry of Health, confirmed its first two cases of COVID-19. A couple that travelled to France on holiday have contracted the virus. We will do everything to protect our local Trustees and volunteers, and communities More details >

Today the Ministry of Health in Zambia held a national news conference, declaring that there have been no reported cases of Corvid-19, though it is imminent. Strict rules and guidelines have been put in place for travellers, schools and colleges, More details >

I have just returned from Zambia after a very successful and rewarding trip visiting orphans, distributing food and sourcing new projects. I am delighted to report that the drought has broken and though there are still food shortages, there is More details >