BALI Chalk Fund gathering momentum in 2025
The BALI Chalk Fund was set up in 1975 in memory of British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) founder member Geoffrey Chalk. Now in its 50th year, the fund continues to rally for funding, focusing on skills development across the landscape industry.
Fast approaching 50 Champion supporters, 2025 has already seen an increase in Champion numbers of 200%, with donations, fundraisers and discussions with potential supporters ongoing.
New Champions in 2025
Amongst the newest Champions across all three category levels, the following companies have pledged their support in 2025, blazing a trail for the future of UK landscaping, training and education:
- Van Den Berk UK Ltd
- Bourne Amenity Ltd
- George Davies Turf Ltd
- Sones Accountancy Services Ltd
- Palmstead Nurseries Ltd
- Fresh Horticultural Careers
- Isola Garden Design Limited
- CED Stone Group
- RT Machinery Ltd
- Wyevale Nurseries
- MCM SE UK Limited
- Bowles & Wyer Ltd
- Frosts Landscape Construction Ltd
- Skidmores of Hertford Ltd
- Readyhedge Ltd
- Nurture Group
- W Crowder & Sons Ltd
- Wright Landscapes Ltd
- Landform Consultants Limited
- Butter Wakefield Garden Design
- The Outdoor Room
- Elmtree Garden Contractors Ltd
Renewed Champions in 2025
Long-term supporters have renewed their status in 2025, continuing to show solidarity, standing shoulder to shoulder in their commitment to bolstering training initiatives and the promotion of skills and technical achievement in our blossoming newcomers.
- The Landscaping Consultants
- Oak View Landscapes Limited
- John O’Conner(Grounds Maintenance) Ltd
- Green-tech
- Location Landscape
- Acre Landscapes
- The Landscape Academy
- Palmer Landscapes
- PC Landscapes Ltd
So, where do I sign up?
The Trustees and BALI Chalk Fund benefactors extend a grateful THANK YOU to all new and renewing Champions. If you want to fly the flag for the Fund and become a Champion at any level, or donate from a fundraiser, or simply donate a sum, you can do so here.