💼 The contribution of companies doesn't have to be enormous to make a difference

When we think of corporate sponsorships or charitable donations, we often imagine large corporations and substantial checks.

But the reality is different: some of the most significant support comes from small businesses — those that truly put their heart into it, even without a multimillion-dollar marketing budget.

Whether you run a coffee shop, a creative studio, an Etsy store, or a consulting agency, your contribution can make a difference.

Here's why — and how to get started.

🌱 Why even small donations matter

For sanctuaries like Sotto la Panca, recurring support is more valuable than a one-time donation, no matter how large.

A monthly donation of even just €20 from a small business allows us to:

• Buy hay and straw for rescued sheep and cows
• Pay for medical care and transport for urgent rescues
• Cover daily costs like electricity, fencing, and cleaning supplies

A small gesture, repeated over time: this is what truly sustains us.

👉 Want to better understand how your donation fits in? Read the difference between donation and sponsorship

🧩 5 simple ways your business can help

You don't need foundations or CSR departments. Here are some practical and effective ideas:

• 💸 Donate a percentage of a product or service (e.g., 5% of every vegan dessert sold, artwork, consultation)
• 🧾 Match customer tips or donations at checkout (online or in-store)
• 🐮 Symbolically adopt an animal in your company's name (great for team morale and ethical brand image)
• 🎁 Sponsor a specific project, such as a fence, informational materials, or a hay supply
• 📢 Use your platform to raise awareness: talk about us on your website, newsletter, or social media

👉 Get started now with the dedicated corporate sponsorship page

✅ Tax benefits for small businesses

Even if you are a sole proprietor or a micro-business, in many countries you can tax deduct corporate donations.

• In Italy, donations to ETS like ours are deductible according to art. 83 of Legislative Decree 117/2017
• In the United Kingdom, both limited companies and self-employed individuals can deduct donations according to corporate giving rules

👉 Consult the gov.uk guide on tax for donations

📌 We still recommend talking to your accountant to understand what applies to your specific case.

🤝 We will also support you

As a thank you, we offer you:

• Customizable digital materials (photos, banners, QR codes)
• Certificates and receipts valid for tax purposes
• Customized visibility options (mentions, co-branded campaigns, features)
• Regular updates on how your contribution is being used

We believe in partnerships, not just transactions.