In August, compassionate donors like you helped us contribute towards a vital animal hospital in Thailand and life-saving drought mitigation solutions in Zimbabwe. Because of this kindness, wild animals in these and other areas have a fighting chance to survive the mounting threats they face. We are deeply grateful for our supporters who made this possible.
Read more about these projects below.
Zimbabwe – Hwange 
Preparing wild animals for another devastating dry season
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In 2024, Zimbabwe experienced its worst drought in 40 years. A year later, the country is still reeling from the effects of the disaster, with wild animals some of the worst-hit victims.
As another dry season takes hold of the nation, we feared the loss of even more elephant calves and other vulnerable animals around Hwange – a desperately dry area with no nearby water sources. In an effort to get ahead of this potential disaster, we asked our supporters to help us install two solar-powered water pumps at existing boreholes outside Hwange National Park, providing crucial access to water in the dry months ahead.
Thanks to the support of compassionate people like you, we will be able to help fund both water pumps and ensure water is flowing for thirsty animals ahead of the hottest, driest part of the year.
Thailand – Phetchaburi 
Establishing a veterinary clinic for rescued abused animals
Credit: WFFT
Our partner, Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT), is home to an ever-increasing number of animals rescued from abuse, cruel captivity and exploitation. From elephants saved after decades of back-breaking labor to tigers, primates and bears who spent most of their lives in chains, there are so many animals needing critical care.
Recently, WFFT began work on a new veterinary clinic for wildlife – a vital facility designed to provide expert on-site treatment for a wide range of ailments. WFFT was around $12,000 shy of its goal, and we reached out to our supporters for help.
Thanks to kind-hearted animal lovers like you – and generous major donors – we will be able to contribute a significant portion of this outstanding amount to WFFT.
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