An ambitious fundraising campaign tied to a special travel anniversary has just been announced.
The initiative comes as HX Expeditions celebrates 130 years of pioneering exploration and connecting travellers with the world’s most remote destinations.
HX’s official charity arm, the HX Foundation, has unveiled the special anniversary fundraising campaign that will run throughout the year for guests and staff to support.
This will be the most ambitious fundraising campaign to date for the Foundation, setting a bold target to raise more than €130,000 (approx. $213,000) per ship across 2026.
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Throughout the year, guests, partners and supporters will be invited to contribute through onboard giving, special events and ‘Green Stays,’ all designed to highlight the work and impact of the Foundation’s grantees.
The initiative marks a significant milestone for the HX Foundation, with funds directed toward a carefully selected group of five anniversary grantees, all recognised for their exceptional impact and strong alignment with the Foundation’s core mission.
“Reaching 130 years is an extraordinary moment in HX’s story,” said Henrik A. Lund, Managing Director of the HX Foundation.
“The Foundation exists to protect the environments and communities that make HX’s voyages so meaningful. This year, we honour that legacy by empowering organisations making measurable, long term impact – creating a real impact for the next 100 years.”
This year’s beneficiaries span the Foundation’s three critical focus areas: endangered species, plastic and marine litter, and local communities – reflecting HX’s commitment to protecting the planet while supporting the people connected to it.
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In addition to the five anniversary grantees, the HX Foundation will continue to operate its award-winning Rapid Response Fund, enabling ship crews to quickly distribute €1,000 grants to communities in need of immediate on site assistance.
Existing partnerships with the RSPB, Happywhale, and the Fundación Jocotoco wildlife petrel reserve in the Galápagos will also continue, along with a selection of extraordinary grants throughout the year.
“HX has always stood for exploration with purpose,” said Gebhard Rainer, HX Expeditions CEO. “This anniversary is not just a celebration of our heritage; it’s an opportunity to invest in the future.”
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