Protecting the African Elephants from Extinction

Dear Friends,

Imagine an elephant quietly pulling down branches in its native habitat—a scene that could soon be numbered among our memories if action isn't taken. Over the past three months, your continued support has been the heartbeat of our work to prevent that future.

Thanks to you, we’ve sustained crucial anti-poaching patrols—protecting local elephant herds from the brutal demand for ivory that has intensified nearly tenfold in recent years africanelephantfund.org+10globalgiving.org+10globalgiving.org+10. Our rangers patrol remote areas day and night, guided by deep commitment and community insight.

With your help, we have also carried out educational outreach among guides and nearby villagers—sharing the value of coexisting with elephants, and the benefits that responsible wildlife tourism brings. These conversations aren’t just stories; they’re changing beliefs, reducing tension, and fostering new allies in elephant conservation .

Still, the threats remain. Climate change, shrinking habitats, and human–elephant conflict continue to press hard. That’s why your support is so vital: it fuels the people on the ground who guard these giants and guide communities toward sustainable solutions.

Save the Date: GlobalGiving Bonus Day – 16–17 July

We're pleased to remind you that GlobalGiving Bonus Day is coming up on July 16–17. During this 24-hour event, donations between $100 and $1,000 share in a $125,000 Incentive Fund. This is an opportunity to strengthen our patrols, field monitoring, and community programs when they matter most.

Thank you for standing with us, and with Africa’s elephants. Your support offers them a chance to thrive—not just survive.