Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund

The Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund is a US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the declining populations of wild cat species globally. Established to support global wild cat conservation efforts through education and financial contributions, the organization works closely with various international conservation partners.

Mission

The primary mission of the Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund is threefold:

1. Education: To educate the public about the decreasing populations of wild cat species worldwide.
2. Conservation Funding: To provide funding for global wild cat conservation projects.
3. Sanctuary Support: To offer safe refuge for captive wild cats.

Activities

• Outreach and Education: The organization has conducted over 100 educational presentations annually, reaching more than 600,000 people by involving its ambassador cats in educational events across schools, libraries, and community centers[2].
• Conservation Support: The fund supports small, grassroots organizations working directly with wild cat conservation projects, ensuring that designated donations fully benefit the intended conservation initiatives[2].
• Sanctuary: The Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund operates a sanctuary providing care and shelter for captive wild cats, currently housing sixteen such animals[1].

Partnerships

The organization collaborates with several international conservation partners, including the Cheetah Conservation Fund, Cheetah Conservation Botswana, Cheetah Outreach, and Snow Leopard Co.[1].

Governance and Funding

The Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund is governed by a volunteer board with no salaried positions[2]. In 2022, the organization reported total revenues of $146,420, with contributions from grants, program services, and fundraising events[3].

Impact

By combining education, sanctuary support, and conservation funding, the Wild Cat Education & Conservation Fund plays a pivotal role in protecting wild cat species and their habitats, addressing the threats they face from habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts[1].