About Us
Our Vision
The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Environment Fund is a non-profit company registered in St. Vincent and the Grenadines to support sustainable initiatives to promote the preservation of the beauty and natural value of the islands.
We are a group of Vincentian and international friends of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Islands driven by confidence that these islands have an opportunity to evolve in a positive way whilst preserving their unique history, culture, and environmental heritage
Do you feel the same way? Get involved and join us!
The SVGEF is a locally registered charity and is an affiliate of the Conservation Collective, a charity registered in England and Wales as a charitable incorporated organisation 1185925.
Our people
A Steering Committee, whose members provided the initial capital for the establishment of the Fund leads the initiative by directing the strategy, approving the grants and trying to broaden the donor base.
LOCAL TEAM
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Louise Mitchell
Co-Founder and Director
Louise is a barrister at law. She is the principal of the law offices LMJ Chambers, in Kingstown, St. Vincent. She is also a registered offshore agent and trustee, operating Caribbean Trust Company Ltd. She is a director of her family’s hotel business in Bequia, Gingerbread Hotel.
She is a Vincentian patriot with passions in heritage and the environment. She plays leadership role in many local charities, including the National Trust, the World Paediatric Project, the Bequia Heritage Foundation, the Yanagil Education and Development Fund and the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Swimming Federation.
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Stephan Hornsey
Executive Director
With over 7 years in experience in photography and writing Stephan has worked with various NGOs ranging from medical missions to wildlife. He has a history of work with the SVGEF, having his photos published as apart of previously awarded grants. A graduate from the University of the West Indies, Cavehill, Barbados with a BSc. degree in Psychology and Management.
His, hobbies and upbringing give him an intimate insight into the environment of St.Vincent. Having grown up, surfing, hiking and camping throughout the islands, his determination to protect and conserve the environment is closely connected to the value that nature holds.
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Lisa Gaymes
Projects Officer
With a BSc in Biology from the University of the Southern Caribbean and volunteer experience in conservation efforts in the Caribbean, Lisa has played a role in managing the SVGEF’s Sea Turtle Project as Programme Manager. Now, as Projects Officer, she brings her passion for conservation and hands-on project management skills to a broader range of initiatives.
Growing up in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Lisa has always been connected to the natural world, whether exploring beaches, hiking, or simply enjoying the outdoors. When she’s not working, Lisa enjoys riding her motorcycle and diving, which keeps her inspired and grounded in the beauty of the islands she works to protect.
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Our Chairperson
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Katie Channon
Chairperson
Katie and her late husband, Henry Channon have been coming to St Vincent since 1975. Katie has decided to continue her late husband’s legacy and passion in his work in the Environment. Like her husband, Katie is deeply committed to preserving and creating a sustainable environment for future generations. She is quite involved in many environmentally geared projects here in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
Our Way
We believe that supporting and developing local talent and resources can make a strong positive impact and bring about long-term, positive and transformational change
In pursuit of this objective we have raised funds from individuals all over the world, as well as from responsible businesses mindful of our interconnectedness and the common cause of ensuring the future wellbeing of our planet.
We ensure funds are directed appropriately and are dedicated to supporting the most effective environmental projects and campaigns. We give grants to organisations, experts, individuals and associations already actively engaged in the region. Through our partners, we are working to protect and restore the natural environment and seeking to influence locals and visitors to be more respectful of their surroundings. Additionally, we seek to build bridges between the international and local communities, and between NGOs, business organizations and public entities.
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