Education and Not-for-Profits

Turn GIS Access into Real Environmental Impact

Mapscape helps charities, trusts, community organisations, educational establishments and environmental not-for-profits turn tree data, mapping and sustainability projects into practical action.

From tree-planting projects, carbon calculations, and field data capture to reporting and digital mapping, Mapscape supports stronger project delivery and clearer evidence of impact.

Built on ArcGIS and designed for practical use, Mapscape helps not-for-profit organisations plan, manage, monitor and communicate tree and environmental projects with greater confidence.

Mapscape for Education

Explore our Educational Package

See how GIS Education offers exciting new and proven learning opportunities to support workplace opportunities.
 
 
The Esri ArcGIS for Schools Bundle includes:  Mapscape Provides:
  Fieldwork apps and data to support Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) and Independent Investigation We will help you select the required Software Modules:
  Ordnance Survey maps in 2D and 3D 1. BS 5837 Tree Survey Module 
  High-quality maps at both a local and global scale in 2D and 3D 2. Tree Planting
  Data analysis tools and presentation tools, including StoryMaps 3. Tree Management
  Living Atlas – curated maps and data for the world 4. 3D Visualisation
  Curriculum-focused Resource Centre with textbook case studies Modules 1. & 3. include carbon sequestration calculations
  Online training resources We provide complimentary 1:1 Video call training with;
 Optional bespoke training and industry learning opportunities
  Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), online tutorials and webinars
Mapscape - arboricultural digital mapping

Why Mapscape for Not-for-profits?

Mapscape gives not-for-profit organisations a practical way to connect mapping, sustainability, reporting and project delivery in one easy-to-use platform.

Instead of relying on disconnected records, spreadsheets and manual reporting, teams can manage tree and environmental projects through one clear digital workflow.

 

Key benefits

  • Support tree planting and environmental improvement projects
  • Strengthen evidence for funders and stakeholders
  • Create mapped outputs that clearly show where work is happening
Strengthen Sustainability and Community Projects

Strengthen Sustainability and Community Projects

Mapscape is especially well suited to charities and not-for-profit organisations delivering tree planting, greening, biodiversity or climate-related initiatives.

Whether the focus is tree planting, carbon awareness, community woodland projects, urban greening or environmental stewardship, Mapscape helps turn activity into measurable outcomes.

Organisations can see where projects are taking place, record planting information, and use carbon calculations and mapped outputs to support wider sustainability goals.

Mapscape is not limited to one department or one project lead. It can support wider organisational use across programmes, operations and partnerships.

Mapscape can be used by:

  • Environmental charities
  • Community organisations
  • Land trusts and conservation groups
  • Estates and site management teams
  • Volunteer coordinators
  • Sustainability leads
  • Project managers and reporting teams

This makes it easier to justify investment, because the platform can support both on-the-ground delivery and organisational reporting.

From Fieldwork to Professional Outputs

From Fieldwork to Professional Outputs

One of Mapscape’s strongest not-for-profit advantages is helping organisations understand how field data becomes usable information. Teams can move from site-based observations to organised digital records, automated spreadsheets, mapped outputs and clear reporting.

  • Preformatted spreadsheet outputs
  • Better confidence in managing structured project data
  • Improved consistency across teams and volunteers
  • Reduced manual admin
  • Professional-looking outputs for funders, boards and stakeholders
  • Turn field activity into clear, credible reporting.
Ideal for Tree Planting and Establishment Projects

Ideal for Tree Planting and Establishment Projects

Mapscape supports tree planting from planning through to recording, establishment and review. For not-for-profits, this creates a much stronger foundation for projects that are designed to succeed, not just be delivered.

  • Record where trees are planted
  • Support aftercare and establishment planning
  • Maintain continuity between staff, volunteers and project phases
Not-for-Profit Pricing and Pro Bono Options

Not-for-Profit Pricing and Pro Bono Options

We are keen to make Mapscape accessible to organisations delivering environmental and community benefit.

We offer discounted pricing for qualifying not-for-profit organisations, helping charities, trusts and community groups access specialist tree and environmental mapping tools at a more affordable level.

Pro bono statement

We also offer a limited pro bono option for suitable not-for-profit projects in return for a case study. Please Contact Us for further information.

This can be a valuable route for organisations with a strong project idea that can demonstrate measurable outcomes, wider community benefit or environmental impact.

Support Funding, Reporting and Social Value

Support Funding, Reporting and Social Value

Not-for-profit organisations often need to show where work is happening, what has been delivered and what difference it is making. Mapscape helps provide clearer evidence of activity, outputs and impact, which can support funding bids, case studies, annual reporting and stakeholder engagement.

  • Strengthen grant applications
  • Provide mapped evidence of delivery
  • Support case studies and impact reporting
  • Communicate environmental and community value more clearly
  • Show measurable progress over time
Urban Greening Presentation
Tree Management Conference

How to get Started

 
Not sure if your Not-for-Profit, Charity, School, College, University or Educational Establishment qualifies? Then call Esri directly for a quick chat, and who will happily guide you through the application process.
 
Esri Helpdesk: +44 (0)1296 745599     l      Email: education@esriuk.com
 
Complete the Esri Application form, and an Esri representative will contact you to answer any questions, provide a quotation and get the ball rolling.
 
Mapscape provides a discounted pricing structure for Not-for-Profit organisations, please Contact Us for further details.