Donkeyland

Donkeyland is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and caring for wild burros and domestic donkeys. It operates a large sanctuary and wildlife preserve, providing a safe haven for these animals.

Overview

Donkeyland is recognized as one of the largest facilities in the nation focused exclusively on wild burros and donkeys. The organization is registered as a 501(c)(3) charitable entity with a federal tax identification number of 45-2735098. Its mission involves rescuing, rehabilitating, and providing a forever home for animals that cannot be released back into the wild.

Mission and Values

The mission of Donkeyland is to elevate the status of donkeys and wild burros by saving their lives and educating the public about their plight. The organization aims to inspire respect and protection for these animals. Its values emphasize humane treatment, compassionate care, and respect for all animals, ensuring they are not exploited for human purposes.

Activities

Donkeyland engages in several key activities:

1. Rescue and Rehabilitation: The organization provides emergency assistance to injured or orphaned wild burros, offering first-aid treatment and, when necessary, transporting them to veterinary hospitals. Once rehabilitated, some are released back into the wild, while others become permanent residents due to special needs.
2. Sanctuary Operations: Donkeyland manages a sanctuary that serves as a lifelong home for burros unable to return to the wild.
3. Population Management: Donkeyland has partnered with San Bernardino County to manage the wild burro population, including sterilization efforts to ensure population control while allowing these animals to remain in their natural habitats.

Partnerships

Donkeyland has partnered with San Bernardino County on significant contracts aimed at managing the local wild donkey population. These contracts support rescue and relocation services for high-risk burros and fund sterilization programs to manage population growth and maintain community safety. Their efforts also focus on promoting coexistence between humans and wildlife.

Support and Funding

Community support is crucial for Donkeyland's operations. They rely on donations and contributions from supporters, often referred to as "Donkeyland Angels," to cover expenses such as medical care, nutrition, and specialized treatments for the animals in their care.

[1] https://donkeyland.org/aboutus/ [2] https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/nonprofit-works-to-control-wild-donkey-population-in-san-bernardino-valley/3676416/ [3] https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/san-bernardino-county-partners-with-nonprofit-to-care-for-wild-donkey-population/ [4] http://donkeyland.org/donkeyland-angel/ [5] https://donkeyland.org/contact-us/