Hi Friends,

In the 10 years I've been working with Greenpeace I've never seen us do so much in one year. It's been totally amazing and all of it is made possible by the tireless support we receive from people like you so thank you!

At this time of year people often ask how they can help Greenpeace more, and also about the best way to buy environmentally-friendly presents for their friends and family. Well, we have a website that answers both questions.

Greenpeace Giving has a range of virtual gifts to suit every budget, and every type of person you might want to buy for. The cost of the gifts goes towards Greenpeace's work in preventing runaway climate change, protecting ancient forests and defending ocean life. There is no wasteful packaging at all and because they're virtual gifts there are no production costs. It's a win win for you, us and the environment.

If you have a friend who's a bit of an activist, why not get them a urine bottle ($10) or an orangutan suit ($30). Or if your Mum's a big fan of sea creatures, you could go for 'protect a whale and her calf' for $30.

For each gift you buy you'll get your choice from a selection of cool animated e-cards that you can personalise for your friend or loved one. To be kind to the environment we don't send out paper cards for every gift, though if you need something to put under the tree you can always print out the e-card yourself.

So check out the website, buy all your Christmas presents there and make sure you ask your friends to buy them for you too.

Thanks for your support this year,

Nick and the team at Greenpeace NZ

PS. We're sure the planet will forgive you if you choose to give a Greenpeace calendar too. They are made from 100% recycled, chlorine free paper and are of course incredibly useful. But hurry, orders must be received by next Wednesday to make it by Christmas.