The Centre for Environmental Activities ZRODLA
The Centre for Environmental Activities ŹRÓDŁA is a nonprofit organization based in Poland dedicated to empowering students, educators, and communities to protect the environment and build a more sustainable world. Since 1993, we have been fostering a deeper connection between people and nature, inspiring individuals to act for the benefit of their surroundings and all living beings.
As a recognized public benefit organization (OPP)—the Polish equivalent of a 501(c)(3)—we remain proudly independent of government or corporate influence, relying on the generosity of individuals like you to fuel our mission.
What We Do
At ŹRÓDŁA, education is at the heart of our work. Each year, we conduct over 1,000 workshops for children and students, ranging from environmental and climate education to global and regional awareness. Our engaging, hands-on sessions take place in schools, outdoors, or at our educational center in Łódź. We are an officially registered educational institution (RSPO 130198).
We also offer:
- Nature excursions and green schools
- Weekend family workshops
- Summer day camps
- Teacher and corporate training programs
In addition, we develop innovative educational materials, training courses, and resources, sharing our expertise with other organizations to broaden our collective impact.
Projects
We strive to address pressing environmental challenges through targeted projects, such as:
- Eco-calendar: Providing resources to celebrate environmental awareness days.
- Water Conservation Campaign: Highlighting the importance of water in nature.
- Climate Change Education: Engaging youth on this critical issue.
- Outdoor Learning Initiatives: Promoting the benefits of nature-based education.
- Empty Classroom Day: Advocating for outdoor lessons as part of global efforts.
Beyond education, we actively participate in initiatives such as:
- Bełchatów 2050: Advocating for a just transition in Europe’s largest lignite power plant region.
- Anti-hunting activities: Assisting landowners wishing to ban hunting.
- Fair Trade Promotion: we are the founders of Fairtrade Polska)
- Stay Grounded: Collaborating globally to reduce air traffic and support sustainable transport.
What does the name "Źródła" mean?
The Polish word źródła (pronounced ZH-rood-wah) means "springs" or "sources," symbolizing origins and roots. For us, it reflects our commitment to going back to the source of problems and working against the current to find lasting solutions.
How You Can Help
As an independent organization, we rely on your support to continue our vital work. While we occasionally access grants, most of our efforts are only possible thanks to individual donors.
Your contribution, no matter the size, directly impacts the thousands of children, educators, and families we reach every year. Together, we can create a world where people and nature thrive in harmony.
