Así Conserva Chile A.G.
DONATE TO ASÍ CONSERVA CHILE Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner: Así Conserva Chile A.G. Location: Chile Category: Capacity Building and Training Government Policy Protected Area Management Urgent Appeals: None currently Date Founded: 2010 Website: asiconservachile.org Partner Qualifications: IUCN MemberA distinguished Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. IUCN Members are each vetted and voted on based on an independent, rigorous assessment and external references. Learn More Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Effective ImpactWe recognize this Partner for their tremendous efforts to make a difference for wildlife and local communities, as well as welcome technical support from Conservation Allies to improve and scale up their impact. About Así Conserva Chile A.G. Así Conserva Chile is a coalition of diverse members—including landowners, indigenous and rural communities, families, universities, foundations, and tourism companies—who are dedicated to establishing protected areas across Chile. The association coordinates efforts among Private Protected Areas and Indigenous Peoples, focusing on sustainable development and biodiversity conservation. Through collaborative efforts, Así Conserva Chile secures support, legal recognition, and resources to protect these lands for future generations and to empower its members in the challenging work of conservation. Their Challenges Conservation in Chile faces significant challenges: limited government incentives and funding make it difficult for landowners to sustain protected areas long-term. Conservation efforts also compete with pressures from industries like mining and agriculture, and weak regulations allow harmful activities in sensitive ecosystems. Additionally, public awareness and support for private conservation are low, impacting funding and collaboration opportunities. Así Conserva Chile unites and supports landowners, advocates for better policies, and works to strengthen conservation across Chile, ensuring these areas are protected for future generations. Their Approach Así Conserva Chile represents and defends private conservation in Chile, protecting unique ecosystems often absent from national protected areas. In a country rich in rare and endemic species, private conservation provides vital refuge for biodiversity. The association strengthens conservation efforts by building support networks, promoting best practices, and advocating for policies that benefit communities. Through training, networking, and collaboration with government authorities, they work to advance conservation initiatives. They also contribute to the development of laws that protect nature and support innovative monitoring practices, ensuring access to essential research and insights. Así Conserva Chile is dedicated to enhancing the identity and reputation of private conservation by promoting ethical standards and professionalism among its members. Why They Need Your Help Private conservation in Chile relies heavily on landowners’ resources, leaving unique ecosystems vulnerable without external support. Conservation efforts face pressure from industries like mining and agriculture, which have stronger financial and policy backing, while private conservation lacks comparable support. Additionally, many landowners need specialized training and resources to manage and restore these areas effectively. Low public awareness further limits donations, volunteer efforts, and grants. With limited resources, landowners and Indigenous communities often struggle to fully engage in conservation work. Your support enables Así Conserva Chile to unite and empower these groups, advance national policies, and protect Chile’s invaluable ecosystems.
Promoting Coexistence: Support Communities to Protect People and Wildlife
SUPPORT Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner Name: Conservation Alliance of Kenya Location: Multiple Key Ecosystems in Kenya Appeal Category: Community Support and Development Capacity Building & Training Government Policy Key Species: African Savannah Elephant African Lion East African Cheetah Challenges And Threats: Mangrove deforestation Land encroachment Wastewater pollution of the environment from near communities Human-wildlife conflict (livestock predation, crop damage, and potential injury) Lack of vehicles to support transport of professional in deescalating conflicts and treating injured people/wildlife Insufficient training programs Actions: Build community trust through capacity-building sessions with rangers and locals Implement predator-proof solutions and provide essential resources like motorbikes and field vehicles for rapid response Reform policies and laws, while constructing water infrastructure to reduce human-wildlife conflict The Challenge Human-wildlife conflict is escalating in key ecosystems across Kenya, both within and outside protected areas. Incidents of livestock predation, crop destruction, and threats to human life are becoming more frequent as wildlife and human populations increasingly overlap. These conflicts threaten not only vulnerable species like elephants, lions, and cheetahs but also the well-being of local communities. Degraded habitats, unsustainable land-use practices, and conflicting laws and policies further exacerbate the situation. In many cases, efforts focus heavily on wildlife protection, with insufficient attention to the needs of affected communities. The current resources and capacity to manage these conflicts are limited, leaving communities vulnerable and wildlife at risk. Urgent action is needed to create sustainable solutions that address both human and wildlife needs, including the provision of water resources to reduce conflict. Urgent Solutions To mitigate the rising tension between wildlife and communities, several urgent actions are proposed: Launch grassroots capacity-building sessions to foster trust between rangers and local communities, ensuring a collaborative approach to conflict resolution Implement predator-proof solutions that are scalable and adaptable to various regions, reducing livestock losses and improving community safety Reform existing policies, laws, and strategies to better balance wildlife conservation with human needs Provide essential resources like electric motorbikes for rapid response to conflict incidents and a four-wheel-drive vehicle to enhance mobility in the field Support the construction of water dams and other vital infrastructure to minimize competition between humans and wildlife over resources These actions will help build resilient communities that can coexist with wildlife, ultimately protecting both people and endangered species. Why Your Donation Matters Your donation is critical in preventing the extinction of endangered species, including elephants, lions, and cheetahs, while promoting peaceful coexistence between humans and wildlife. By supporting this initiative, you are helping to protect some of the world’s most iconic species from the threat of extinction. With your support, communities will gain the resources and knowledge they need to manage conflicts with wildlife, ensuring that both people and animals thrive. Together, we can reduce the risk of injury, loss of livelihood, and species decline, creating a sustainable future for Kenya’s ecosystems. Every contribution brings us one step closer to achieving harmony between humans and nature, protecting biodiversity for generations to come. Partner Qualifications IUCN Member A distinguished Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. IUCN Members are each vetted and voted on based on an independent, rigorous assessment and external references. Learn More Verified Partner One of Conservation Allies’ staff or trusted advisors has visited this organization and verified its work and impact. Legally Constituted This organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Top Accountability Our experienced team has rigorously reviewed the organization’s annual accounts. Learn More Effective Impact We recognize this Partner for their tremendous efforts to make a difference for wildlife and local communities, as well as welcome technical support from Conservation Allies to improve and scale up their impact. Conservation Action Heroes We recognize this Partner for their high level of engagement with the Conservation Allies team and their demonstration of a clear commitment to our collective mission of making a real difference and having a major impact on wildlife and communities where it is needed most.
Conservation Alliance of Kenya
DONATE TO CAK Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner: Conservation Alliance of Kenya (CAK) Location: Kenya, Africa Category: Capacity Building and Training Ecosystem Restoration Government Policy Urgent Appeals: Promoting Coexistence: Support Communities to Protect People and Wildlife Date Founded: 2016 Website: www.conservationalliance.or.ke Partner Qualifications: IUCN MemberA distinguished Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. IUCN Members are each vetted and voted on based on an independent, rigorous assessment and external references. Learn More Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Effective ImpactWe recognize this Partner for their tremendous efforts to make a difference for wildlife and local communities, as well as welcome technical support from Conservation Allies to improve and scale up their impact. About The Conservation Alliance of Kenya The Conservation Alliance of Kenya (CAK) is an umbrella organization for registered groups in Kenya involved in biodiversity conservation. They have a membership of 75 organizations working across the country to conserve species, protect habitats, and advocate for conservation policies. Their vision is to be a unified, influential voice in Kenya, promoting a future where people, nature, and the economy thrive sustainably. CAK’s mission is to advocate for sustainable, connected ecosystems where flora and fauna flourish by empowering communities and members to implement impactful conservation programs. CAK believes that empowering its members and stakeholders to address conservation issues in a cohesive, coordinated manner will lead to more effective conservation efforts. Their success is guided by four strategic objectives: Advocating for Favorable Policies and Legislation: This includes participating in biodiversity conventions and working with the government to align policies, laws, and strategies at both national and county levels. Promoting Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration: CAK emphasizes a landscape/ecosystem approach to data collection and knowledge management through partnerships. Building Member Capacity: By leveraging the expertise of members and stakeholders, CAK aims to strengthen institutional capacity and achieve impactful conservation actions. Facilitating Management and Information Sharing: CAK works to enhance information sharing to scale up successful conservation efforts. Their Challenges CAK faces several key challenges that hinder the effectiveness of conservation efforts in Kenya: Limited collaboration: Working in isolation and failing to share information or lessons learned with other stakeholders. To address this, CAK conducts stakeholder mapping and holds quarterly meetings on thematic issues. Resource constraints: There is a lack of adequate resources to convene meetings with the government to review policies, laws, and strategies crucial to conservation efforts. Human-wildlife coexistence: Managing conflicts between local communities and wildlife remains a significant challenge in maintaining biodiversity in Kenya. Dependence on external funding: Governmental financial support for conservation is lacking, forcing CAK to rely heavily on external sources for their initiatives. Their Approach In response to the challenges they face, CAK has developed a multi-faceted approach to strengthen conservation efforts and improve stakeholder collaboration: Building member capacity: They are working on enhance members’ ability to share data that can influence favorable policies, laws, and strategies. Their capacity building also focuses on governance, board leadership, and resource mobilization to reduce program duplication and maximize impact. Knowledge sharing: To address the scattered nature of information, CAK is creating a centralized knowledge hub through its website, serving as a one-stop platform for data sharing among Kenyan conservationists. Policy development: CAK is working on two key policies—one focusing on conservation and another reviewing the Wildlife Act. They are also developing landscape conservation master plans for two key ecosystems, Tsavo and Kakamega. Restoration efforts: CAK is restoring degraded conservation areas and upscaling successful conservation actions, including sustainable methods for eradicating invasive and alien species. By taking these steps, CAK aims to address Kenya’s conservation challenges and enhance its role as a leader in biodiversity conservation across Kenya. Why They Need Your Help Donations to CAK will be used to implement policies, laws, and strategies that promote cross-sector partnerships and collaboration. They will help enhance coexistence between people and wildlife through education, capacity building, and fostering trust between rangers and communities, offering sustainable solutions to reduce conflicts. The funds will also support habitat restoration to ensure species survival and save habitats from fragmentation and degradation. Additionally, donations will build the capacity of members and stakeholders to adopt local solutions that mitigate the global impacts of climate change. Donations will also help fund ongoing wildlife census efforts and the construction of predator-proof solutions for livestock.
NGO Forum on Cambodia
DONATE TO NGOF Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Appeal Snapshot Partner: NGO Forum on Cambodia (NGOF) Location: Cambodia Category: Ecosystem Restoration Capacity Building and Training Government Policy Urgent Appeals: Save The Mangroves of Cambodia Date Founded: 1985 Website: Coming soon Partner Qualifications: IUCN MemberA distinguished Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. IUCN Members are each vetted and voted on based on an independent, rigorous assessment and external references. Learn More Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Effective ImpactWe recognize this Partner for their tremendous efforts to make a difference for wildlife and local communities, as well as welcome technical support from Conservation Allies to improve and scale up their impact. About NGO Forum on Cambodia (NGOF) Since the mid-1980s, NGOF has demonstrated its ability to respond to the issues of greatest importance to its members and partners, and, most importantly, to support responsible and sustainable development in Cambodia that benefits all Cambodians. In its new strategic plan for 2024-2030, NGOF envisions a peaceful, inclusive, prosperous, and sustainable society and planet for all. Their priorities include: Inclusive and Green Growth for All: Key areas under this priority are cross-cutting development issues, transparent and accountable public financial management (PFM), fair and green finance, food sovereignty, agri-business, and free trade. Climate Change Resilience and Natural Resource Governance: Focus areas include climate change mitigation and adaptation, climate finance, biodiversity protection and restoration, land governance, water governance, forest governance, fishery management, and aquaculture management. Just energy transition and mining will also be explored during the strategic plan implementation process. Vibrant, Resilient, Innovative, and Impactful Civil Society: Key focuses under this priority include a) strengthening the internal governance and sustainability of NGOF and its members, b) enhancing civic space and creating an enabling environment for NGOF members and partners to engage with the government and other stakeholders on development issues, and c) promoting NGOF membership. NGOF works in partnership with its members, the government, development partners, the private sector, and the people. It is a member of many Technical Working Groups, representing and facilitating CSOs to provide input and engage with the government and development partners at the policy level. NGOF also serves as the secretariat for many CSO Working Groups, representing more than 200 local and international NGOs in addressing common issues. Their Challenges Cambodia is recognized as one of the most resource-rich and biodiverse countries in Asia. However, satellite data and research from various institutions indicate that it also has one of the highest rates of deforestation and species endangerment. Population growth has been significant, and most livelihoods depend on nature. While economic development, particularly in agriculture, agro-industries, mining, timber, and other natural resource extraction activities, has surged, it has led to widespread land grabbing and deforestation. These activities have had negative impacts on natural forests, biodiversity, and social relationships, causing conflicts within communities. Recently, Cambodia has experienced prolonged droughts, heatwaves, and flash floods, making it increasingly difficult for both wildlife and humans to survive. Their Approach As a membership-based organization, NGOF employs rights-based, nature-based, artistic, and multi-stakeholder approaches. Its key interventions are organized into three interconnected strategic activities: Policies and Laws Influence (PALI): NGOF collaborates closely with civil society and citizens to gather input on draft laws and policies. It engages with policymakers to discuss key recommendations, ensuring that bills and policies are inclusive and do not harm nature or society. Promote Solidarity Actions for Community Harmonization and Sustainability (SACHAS): NGOF partners with grassroots actors to assess their capacities and potential. This includes mapping natural and man-made resources, providing development and financial resources as seed funding, and supporting sustainable development and biodiversity protection within communities and beyond. Strengthening Resilient, Innovative, and Transformative Institutions (RITI): NGOF focuses on enhancing the capacity of grassroots and community-based organizations, as well as civil society organizations. This support includes organizational development, program development, resource mobilization, and advocacy. With strengthened capacities, these organizations can effectively contribute at both policy and community levels, promoting natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable livelihood development. Why They Need Your Help Your support is crucial in enhancing the capacity to manage and conserve natural resources and biodiversity. With your contribution, endangered species will be protected and their populations increased. Community livelihoods will be improved through ecotourism activities, and mangroves will thrive, contributing to carbon absorption and climate change resilience. By becoming a key actor in this NGOF’s work as a supporter, you will play a significant role in building and leaving a lasting legacy for both nature and humanity.
Preserve Panama’s Ecosystems
SUPPORT Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner Name: Adopt a Panama Rainforest Association (ADOPTA) Location: Cerro Chucantí, Panama Appeal Category: Community Support and Development Ecotourism Ecosystem Restoration Endangered Species Government Policy Protected Area Management Wildlife Conservation Key Species: Colombian Spider Monkey Chucantí Centipede Snake Chucantí Salamander Challenges And Threats: Clearance of rainforest for cattle ranching Slash and burn activities Logging Actions: Protected area management Expand ecotourism infrastructure Community education and engagement The Challenge The cloud forests of Cerro Chucantí Reserve in eastern Panama rise to 4,700 feet in elevation and sustain a diverse tropical forest ecosystem. The geographic isolation of the Cerro Chucantí mountaintop reserve has allowed its flora and fauna to diversify considerably, such that it contains a number of locally endemic species found nowhere else on Earth. There have been many discoveries of species new to science at this unique site, including salamanders, frogs and snakes. Unfortunately, the rainforests in Cerro Chucantí are under significant threat from slash and burn activities, logging and cattle ranching. Urgent Solutions ADOPTA will work to strengthen the protection of the reserve through hiring forest guards and working in conjunction with the local government. Patrols will ensure the forest remains intact and poaching is stopped. An important part of the long-term strategy is ensuring local community support, and ADOPTA’s mission includes educating, training and engaging the community in conservation activities. Why Your Donation Matters With support from donors, ADOPTA can ensure the Cerro Chucantí Private Nature Reserve is safeguarded for all wildlife. Furthermore, the recently acquired San Bartolo Private Nature Reserve preserves the last remnants of lowland Pacific rainforest and fosters biodiversity akin to the biodiverse Osa Peninsula. By donating, supporters play a vital role in preserving these unique ecosystems and the remarkable species that inhabit them. Partner Qualifications IUCN Member A distinguished Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. IUCN Members are each vetted and voted on based on an independent, rigorous assessment and external references. Learn More Verified Partner One of Conservation Allies’ staff or trusted advisors has visited this organization and verified its work and impact. Legally Constituted This organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Top Accountability Our experienced team has rigorously reviewed the organization’s annual accounts. Learn More Effective Impact We recognize this Partner for their tremendous efforts to make a difference for wildlife and local communities, as well as welcome technical support from Conservation Allies to improve and scale up their impact. Conservation Action Heroes We recognize this Partner for their high level of engagement with the Conservation Allies team and their demonstration of a clear commitment to our collective mission of making a real difference and having a major impact on wildlife and communities where it is needed most.
