Sustainability
The sustainability of our forests and ecology is very important to Veneta Blinds as we sell a large amount of timber products. Our timber is sourced from certified, sustainable and professionally managed forests and we want to encourage and support these ventures. Sustainable forests are protected by strict regulations that will not only rejuvenate but improve the level of forestation across our planet.
Supporting Communities
Veneta Blinds supports important causes in Australia and overseas. Not just in a financial way but as an active and interested party in current community events and as a representative for sustainability and fair trade practices. Veneta Blinds offers support in various ways to many charities. Below you will find a list of charities and the way in which we support them. The picture to the left is a small community of the Solomon Islands that we support.
Charities and Companies we support...
On the back of a successful Buy a Bale campaign during the drought, Rural Aid are now assisting flood affected farmers in North Queensland to rebuild their herd numbers. With the industry taking a huge hit and losing 500,000 cattle, Rural Aid have launched the Buy a Cow campaign to help farmers boost their numbers and replace their core breeders.
Veneta Blinds had the pleasure of supporting Rural Aid by donating funds to help raise $15,000 for each farmer. The $15,000 will help each farmer to buy either 15 new cattle at $1000 each or 30 at $500 each. Rural Aid work closely with the farmers to ensure they get the best price and animal to suit their needs. If you’d also like to support Rural Aid and the North Queensland farmers during this tough time, visit www.buyacow.com.au.
If you would like to give back this Christmas and help towards the RizeUp Annual Christmas Appeal, visit the RizeUp website here.
Recently, Veneta Blinds donated $10,000 for a truck load of hay for our Australian farmers who have been struggling during this hard time. Buy A Bale not only helps farmers and their families by delivering hay, but also helps truck drivers and their families who deliver the hay to country Australia. Buy A Bale is a much-needed organisation and need our continuous support to keep our Australian farmers producing the basic foods we rely on. If you would like to know more information or would like to donate to this worthy cause, visit www.buyabale.com.au
Veneta Blinds had the pleasure of donating much needed funds and bought "Bricks" to support 'Fund Our Own Premises' and help RizeUp get a central storage base for their donations. For more information about the RizeUp 'Fund Our Own Premises' campaign or to buy a "Brick" visit the donation page here.
Each year Veneta Blinds donates one seedling for every Timber Venetian blind sold and continues to be a proud supporter of smart business that follows the international standards of sustainable foresting. Pictured is founder of Veneta Blinds, Matthew English and some of the hard working team at Kolombangara Forestry, during a recent visit.More information about Kolombangara Forestry can be found here.
Christmas 2017, Veneta had the pleasure of donating much needed toys and gifts to the The Salvation Army Australia Christmas Appeal. More information about The Salvation Army Christmas Appeal can be found here.
Buy a Bale is our way of supporting country Australia. Knowing that 2017 has been a extremely dry year and considering we are heading into a hot summer, we have continued our support by donating further bales of hay for our farmers. The hard working people of our outback work tirelessly to ensure the rest of Australia are looked after when it comes to the basic foods we rely on. From cattle, sheep and cows, to crops of grains, fruit and veges, this is an extremely important part of our economy. Veneta Blinds continues to buy bales for this excellent cause to show our support in one small way that we can.If you would like to do the same please visit: https://www.buyabale.com.au/donate
To raise funds, Smiling for Smiddy are selling the ultimate Travel Mate, to keep all your bits & pieces together as you are on the move at work or play. Veneta Blinds is a proud supporter of this worthy cause and if you are interested in supporting Matthew & Smiling for Smiddy, visit our dedicated Smiling for Smiddy page here.
They are always looking for more support especially during the festive season. So, if you would be interested in donating to this fantastic charity, you can visit their website here.
Pictured is founder of Veneta Blinds, Matthew English and team members from Smiling for Smiddy before the swim at the 2016 Noosa Triathlon. Veneta Blinds supported Matthew and team Smiling for Smiddy by contributing towards their goal of raising $1.5 million in 2016. More information about Smiling for Smiddy can be found here.
What a superstar and great partner in business is Andrew Coronis. Not only leading the way in the Queensland Real Estate market but also showing the way in helping the rest of the community. Veneta Blinds proudly continues to sponsor Andrew's charity work. To support Andrew and the Chain Reaction charity please click here.
Pictured is founder of Veneta Blinds Matthew English donating seedlings as part of our annual support of Kolombangara. Each year Veneta Blinds donates one seedling for every Timber Venetian blind sold and continues to be a proud supporter of smart business that follows the international standards of sustainable foresting. More information about Kolombangara Forestry can be found here.
Our mission is to present them with a new way of looking at things. To give them an opportunity to dream and think a little bigger. We want to ask them 'What if?'
What if you could own that cafe you have always dreamed about? What if you could learn how to run a business? What if your life could be different?.
A big thank you to Andrew Morrello for his work with this charity and for opening our eyes to this situation at a recent charity auction at The Entourage in Altimo, Sydney. Our Managing Director Mathew English donated a nights accomodation at the Adina Hotel Wharfside for the auction. And no he didn't stop there, being caught up in the love being shared around the room, Matthew bid for State of Origin tickets and won adding another $1000 donation to the cause. Check out their website and make a donation to help Project Gen Z make a huge difference in these kids lives - http://www.projectgenz.com.au/.
Veneta Blinds financially supported Andrew Coronis, the Managing Director at Coronis, in his participation in the Diabetes QLD Tour De Office starting this week the 7th of June 2015. Andrew's grandmother lost her leg and subsequently her life from diabetes, and there is many other stories like this. We are very passionate about supporting Andrew with his ride to help raise money for the charity. If you would like to support Andrew, please click here.
Their commitment has increased the profile of homelessness and your generous support has raised crucial funds for Vinnies homeless services. Your generous donations will not only provide immediate and emergency assistance but pathways to a brighter future. There is still time to give now - Donate.
This year our CEO was overseas during the event, so we have made a direct donation to St Vincent de Paul for this great cause. Next year he will not be so lucky as his PA has already cleared his calendar... No getting out of it in 2016 Matthew! :) I urge everyone to regularly donate to an organisation such as Vinnies for the incredible amount of work they do in Australia and overseas.
Everyday 31 Australians with be given the devastating news that they have leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma or a related blood disorder and although survival rates are improving, blood cancers are the third biggest cause of cancer death in Australia. Supporting and donating to The Leukaemia Foundation is vital as the money sponsored goes towards research to find better treatments and cures and also to provide support for families when they need it most. To learn more or to make a donation, go to http://www.worldsgreatestshave.com/
Veneta Blinds donates one tree seedling to Kolombangara Forestry for every Timber Venetian blind we sell. Therefore you are supporting re-growth, sustainable forests and the local communities of Kolombangara when you purchase a Timber Venetian blind from Veneta Blinds! More information about Kolombangara Forestry can be found here at: http://www.kolombangara.org/kfpl-kolombangara-forest-products-limited
See more at: http://www.rspca.org.au/what-we-do/about-us#sthash.d0wCLIVy.dpuf
These beautiful creatures share this great planet with us and we want to show our support for their right to peacefully co-exist alongside of us. The RSPCA has many campaigns such as animal cruelty, caged chickens, puppy farms, food labelling and also animal care and adoption services. These services and information are integral to ensure we live in a humane and caring society. Veneta Blinds supports the RSPCA through regular financial donations. If you are interested in adopting a pet… dog, cat, bunny or many other animals, please contact the RSPCA here at: http://www.rspca.org.au/adopt-pet
Our Vision… To make Australia the safest place in the world to raise a child.
Our guiding principles… To, at all times, do all things to serve our Mission without fear or favour and without compromise and to continually ensure that the best interests and protection of the child are placed before all other considerations.
Something to really think about is the statistics that go along with this not so nice side of life. 1 in 5 children in Australia today will suffer the effects of abuse by the age of 18. Veneta Blinds stands behind a great venture such as Bravehearts, we are a member and we honour and support their work. At every opportunity Veneta Blinds proudly sponsors a “Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure” live show that travels around Australia to students and schools educating, empowering and ultimately protecting our children. For more information visit: http://www.bravehearts.org.au/pages/about-us.php
Buy a Bale is our way of supporting country Australia. The hard working people of our outback work tirelessly to ensure the rest of Australia are looked after when it comes to the basic foods we rely on. From cattle, sheep and cows, to crops of grains, fruit and veges, this is an extremely important part of our economy. Veneta Blinds continues to buy bales for this excellent cause to show our support in one small way that we can. If you would like to do the same please visit: https://www.buyabale.com.au/donate
Veneta Blinds are proud to support such an organisation that with the help of donations; continues to help provide the vital support and services that are needed by those with spinal cord injuries, to rebuild their lives and become independent. If you would like to donate and help to empower those with a disability go to: http://www.spinal.com.au/make-a-donation/
Paramedics Australasia supports its members by providing opportunities for professional development and programs of continuing education plus so much more. PA is responsible for the funding, service standards, quality and accreditation of emergency service providers and Veneta Blinds gladly helps support their cause. For more information go to: https://www.paramedics.org/
A safe community and lifestyle is one of the great attributes of living in Australia. This is due to the dedication and hard work of services such as our police forces including each state force, the crime commission, military police and the federal police. It's a tough job that ensures our safety day after day, 365 days a year, allowing us the freedom to move around the country in free speach and free of fear of persicution which many other countries throughout the world aspire to. Supporting the Australasian Institute of Policing is our way to say 'Thanks' for a great job that is well done in keeping Australia the great place that it is!