Helping Communities Conserve Primates
SUPPORT Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner Name: Neotropical Primate Conservation Location: Peru, Colombia, Argentina Appeal Category: Community Support and Development Endangered Species Protected Area Management Key Species: Yellow tailed woolly monkey San Martín titi monkey Brown howler monkey Challenges And Threats: Deforestation Hunting Wildlife trafficking for the illegal pet trade Actions: Park guard patrols New Protected Areas Implement national action plans The Challenge Fewer than 1,000 yellow-tailed woolly monkeys remain in the wilds of Peru. In Argentina, the brown howler monkey population has dwindled to just 50 individuals, and the Colombian black spider monkey is Critically Endangered in Colombia. These dire numbers highlight the urgent need for conservation efforts. Habitat loss, hunting, and other human pressures continue to threaten these primates, pushing them closer to extinction. Despite the alarming state of these populations, hope remains—local communities have the potential to turn the tide for these species with the right support and resources. Urgent Appeal NPC works hand-in-hand with local communities, equipping them with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to safeguard habitats, enforce protections, and address critical threats like deforestation and hunting. By empowering local people to take an active role in conservation, NPC not only helps secure the survival of species like the yellow-tailed woolly monkey, brown howler monkey, and Colombian black spider monkey but also strengthens the ecosystems these primates call home. Together, NPC and their local partners are creating a future where wildlife and communities thrive side by side. Why Your Donation Matters Yellow-tailed woolly monkeys in Peru number fewer than 1,000, brown howler monkeys in Argentina have dwindled to just 50 individuals, and the Colombian black spider monkey is Critically Endangered in its native range. These stark realities underscore the urgent need for action. NPC is leading the charge to save these species and their habitats by equipping local communities with the tools, training, and resources to drive effective conservation efforts. Your support for NPC helps protect these endangered primates and promotes a future where biodiversity flourishes through community-led solutions. 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.
Fundación Cambugán
DONATE TO FUNDACIÓN CAMBUGAN Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner: Fundación Cambugán Location: Ecuador, Latin America Category: Land Purchases Protected Area Management Community Support and Development Urgent Appeals: None currently Date Founded: 2000 Website: www.cambugan.org Partner Qualifications: Verified PartnerOne of Conservation Allies’ staff or trusted advisors has visited this organization and verified its work and impact. Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Top AccountabilityOur experienced team has rigorously reviewed the organization’s annual accounts. Learn More 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 Fundación Cambugán Fundación Cambugán is an Ecuadorian non-profit organization dedicated to empowering communities and fostering positive and meaningful change. Cambugán believes that everyone deserves access to basic needs, education, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Their mission is to create sustainable programs and initiatives that address these fundamental areas, promoting social equality and enhancing the quality of life for those in need. Their Challenges The longest mountain chain in the world – the Andes – crosses the tropical equator in northernmost Ecuador. This region of mountainous cloud forest holds an unparalleled diversity of flora and fauna. In fact, these cloud forests collectively contain almost 15% of the planet’s known biodiversity, yet they cover less than 1% of the Earth’s surface. This biodiversity treasure troves also has rich soils which are ideal areas for cattle ranching and farming. As a consequence, the majority of these forests have already been destroyed. Cambugán is working to acquire properties in the cloud forest region to permanently protect them from deforestation. Their Approach Through a collaborative approach, Cambugán engages with local partners, community leaders, and volunteers to identify and address conservation challenges. They leverage their resources, expertise, and passion to develop innovative solutions that create lasting change. Their areas of focus include education, healthcare, environmental conservation, and socio-economic development. Education is at the heart of their efforts. They strive to provide children and young adults with access to quality education, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Additionally, they work to improve the overall well-being of communities by supporting healthcare initiatives, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. Why They Need Your Help Fundación Cambugán is seeking support for their work protecting and managing cloud forests and endangered species, purchasing at-risk forests, and supporting university students in studying the biodiversity of the cloud forests, allowing them to develop and implement improved management plans. Conservation Allies charges no overhead fees or administration costs, meaning 100% of your donation goes directly to Fundación Cambugán. All donations made from the United States are fully tax-deductible.
Monitor Biodiversity in Madagascar
SUPPORT Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner Name: ASITY Madagascar Location: 4 reserves across Madagascar Appeal Category: Community Support and Development Capacity Building and Training Education Endangered Species Protected Area Management Key Species: Sakalava Rail Verreaux’s sifaka Madagascan big-headed turtle Challenges And Threats: Clearance of rainforest for cattle ranching Habitat fragmentation Unsustainable resource use Actions: Protected area management Expand ecotourism infrastructure Community environmental education The Challenge Madagascar’s unique biodiversity faces significant threats from habitat loss, primarily through the clearance of rainforest for cattle ranching and other unsustainable practices. These activities endanger critical species like the Sakalava Rail, Verreaux’s sifaka, and the Madagascan big-headed turtle. ASITY Madagascar works to address these conservation challenges through community engagement, development projects, and collaboration with various sectors. Their approach focuses on protecting important locations while simultaneously improving the socio-economic conditions of local communities who depend on these natural resources. Urgent Appeal ASITY Madagascar’s conservation work spans four protected areas across Madagascar, each requiring consistent monitoring and management. Their efforts include capacity building for local communities and implementing sustainable management practices that balance ecological protection with human needs. Through focused initiatives, ASITY fosters long-term behavior change through awareness raising, information sharing, and environmental education. Their work empowers communities and future generations to understand the vital connection between their wellbeing and the conservation of local natural resources, creating pathways for sustainable coexistence. Why Your Donation Matters Donations directly support ASITY’s vital monitoring efforts in their four Protected Areas, including capacity building initiatives and the implementation of sustainable management practices. Every contribution makes a meaningful impact in preserving Madagascar’s natural ecosystems. By supporting ASITY Madagascar, donors play a crucial role in solving pressing conservation challenges. Through their integrated approach that combines environmental protection with community development, ASITY creates positive and lasting impacts for both people and biodiversity throughout Madagascar. 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.
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.
Urgent Protection in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
FUNDING GOAL $12,175 SUPPORT Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Join our many supporters in creating a real and meaningful impact for our planet! Partner Snapshot Partner name: Fundación ProAves Location: El Dorado Nature Reserve, Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia Appeal Category: Ecosystem Restoration Endangered Species Protected Area Management Reforestation Wildlife Conservation Key Species: Santa Marta Parakeet Santa Marta Toro San Lorenzo Harlequin Frog Challenges and Threats: Illegal Invasions to claim and clear forest Vacation home developments Cattle pasture lands Actions: Reserve rangers Improve Protection Forest restoration The Challenge On Colombia’s Caribbean shores stands the highest coastal mountain on earth. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a corrugated pyramid of rock that rises almost four miles high. This ancient massif that dates back to the Jurassic period contains a microcosm of the entire planet from deserts to rainforest to glaciers with an extraordinary diversity of plants and animals found nowhere else. It is regarded as the planet’s single most important site for threatened and endemic biodiversity, as it boasts the highest concentration of endemic bird species in the world. As a result, the prestigious journal Science dubbed the area the “Most Irreplaceable Site on Earth” and a major priority for biodiversity conservation. Located on the Sierra Nevada’s most vulnerable northwestern flank—less than ten miles from the city of Santa Marta—is perhaps the world’s most important nature reserve: El Dorado. Established in 2005 by our Colombian partner Fundación ProAves, the reserve protects over 3,200 acres, safeguarding habitat for threatened species such as the Critically Endangered Santa Marta Toro and the Santa Marta Harlequin Frog. However, in recent years land speculation around the reserve has spiraled out of control as the reserves offers surrounding areas with exceptional natural resources such as clean water, cooler climes and spectacular views. Unfortunately this speculation has spurred some unscrupulous individuals to try and illegal invade some parts of the reserve to claim land and then sell it. ProAves is desperate to increase protective measures at this Reserve. Urgent Solutions Following decades of uncontrolled colonization and agricultural expansion, less than 15 percent of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta’s original highland forest remains intact. All the more important that the El Dorado Nature Reserve represents one of the last refuges of strict protection for this mecca of endemic biodiversity. Principle threats include illegal invasions of the reserve to claim and clear forest then sell it for vacation home developments. The construction of vacation homes in the cooler climes of the mountain poses a growing danger to the forests and with land prices quadrupling each year, the demand for land is putting immense pressure on the reserve boundaries and what little forest survives outside the reserve. Unfortunately, the area’s many endangered and endemic species are concentrated in these cooler montane forests where threats are greatest. Almost every endemic species in the massif is struggling to survive amidst the continued destruction of their habitat. This appeal will provide critical resources to fund and equip three new Reserve Rangers, establish a new Ranger Station where threats are greatest and establish a communication network for alerts across the reserve to rapidly respond to threats. Why your donation matters With invasions and deforestation placing this biodiversity jewel at tremendous risk, our partner urgently seeks support increase protective measures with additional reserve Rangers, new ranger stations and a communications system for alerts across the reserve. Your help will ensure the reserve continues to be a safe haven for the planet’s most important biodiversity hotspot. 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. SUPPORT THIS APPEAL
Fosa Association
DONATE TO FOSA Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner: Fosa Association Location: Madagascar, Africa Category: Community Support and Development Protected Area Management Wildlife Conservation Urgent Appeals: None currently Date Founded: 2023 Website: www.fosa.mg Partner Qualifications: Verified PartnerOne of Conservation Allies’ staff or trusted advisors has visited this organization and verified its work and impact. Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. Top AccountabilityOur experienced team has rigorously reviewed the organization’s annual accounts. Learn More Conservation Action HeroesWe 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. About The Fosa Association The Fosa Association (Fikambanana Fosa Andranofasika), created by Dr. Luke Dollar and Conservation Allies, is a young organization mainly run by local residents within Ankarafantsika National Park. It started with Fossa monitoring and evolved through partnerships with student researchers to incorporate research, education, and patrols into its practices. They have also created women’s associations, which is unique, as women are oftentimes not included in conservation initiatives in Madagascar. With a main focus on wildlife conservation, they collaborate with the park manager (MNP) to increase their impact. Their Challenges Ankarafatsika National Park is facing strong pressures linked to forest and bushfires, charcoal mining, illegal logging, raffia exploitation, and human migration in search of arable land. These pressures destroy a large area of vegetation and thus cause the disappearance of a great deal of plant and animal biodiversity. The action of MNP alone is not currently sufficient to reduce and eradicate this scourge. Thus, Association Fikambanana Fosa Andranofasika decided to take action and collaborate with MNP to carry out effective patrols, leading to reduced wildfires and increased awareness. Their Approach Association Fikambanana Fosa Andranofasika was formed and is run mainly by local people who have an intimate knowledge of the land and the threats it faces. Some of their specific conservation actions include: Patrolling the buffer zones as well as the core of Ankarafantsika National Park and responding to threats, such as fires or illegal activities Recruiting young people in the region to join the cause, leading to the preservation of nature for future generations Holding awareness sessions in the villages surrounding the park to increase local engagement Why They Need Your Help Association Fikambanana Fosa Andranofasika is completely reliant upon donations to continue their operations. Donations support their daily conservation operations, improve patrolling techniques, and invest in better equipment for their rangers. Conservation Allies charges no overhead fees or administration costs, meaning 100% of your donation goes directly to the Partner or Project of your choice. All donations made from the United States are fully tax-deductible.
IMPACT Madagascar
DONATE TO IMPACT MADAGASCAR Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Appeal Snapshot Partner: IMPACT Madagascar Location: Madagascar, Africa Category: Community Support and Development Protected Area Management Wildlife Conservation Urgent Appeals: Making Positive Change For Communities In Madagascar Date Founded: 2014 Website: www.impactmadagascar.org Partner Qualifications: Verified PartnerOne of Conservation Allies’ staff or trusted advisors has visited this organization and verified its work and impact. 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. Conservation Action HeroesWe 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. About IMPACT Madagascar IMPACT Madagascar is a conservation non-profit that focuses on implementing and sustaining actions for change in Madagascar. The actions are intended to benefit and empower local communities. From development and biodiversity conservation to recycling and arts education, they sponsor a variety of projects that will aid in building a bright and sustainable future for the people and wildlife of Madagascar. Their Vision: Protecting and conserving Madagascar’s unique biodiversity while improving the lives of its people. They implement permanent change through collaboration with local people, creating a foundation on which a better world can be built. Their Mission: To work with local communities to provide achievable and sustainable solutions to the problems of biodiversity loss, deforestation, pollution, and poverty. Their Challenges Their primary challenge revolves around the destruction of vulnerable habitats. Most of Madagascar’s tropical forests have been transformed into fragmented landscapes, leaving behind disconnected and degraded forest patches. This forest fragmentation is the most significant threat that IMPACT Madagascar is challenging. Additional challenges include the extraction of natural resources that rural communities rely on for their livelihoods. These threats include illegal logging, timber exploitation, charcoal production, wildlife poaching, overfishing with illegal traps and nets, land-clearing bushfires (often for agriculture), and general overuse of forest and aquatic resources. Notably, bushfires are a major concern in dry habitats, primarily occurring at the end of the dry season for agricultural preparation. Habitat threats are more prevalent when rangers are absent, particularly on weekends. Their Approach IMPACT Madagascar works alongside local people in order to empower communities, running community-led programs and coaching practical conservation skills that are sustainable for both people and the environment. It is not possible to protect the environment and its biodiversity without also considering the people who depend upon the surrounding natural resources for survival. Since its creation in 2014, IMPACT Madagascar has supported local communities in reducing poverty and ensuring sustainable and feasible conservation of the environment through a holistic approach including: Community Development and Community Conservation Environmental Outreach and Practical Environmental Education Forest and Wetlands Biodiversity and Habitat Monitoring Reforestation and Ecological Restoration Community Health Applied Scientific Research IMPACT Madagascar also works with local people to implement conservation actions, such as threat monitoring and response through patrols. They believe that conservation solutions must be implemented with community development at their core. Therefore, local people are involved in all stages of the conservation projects. They have established reforestation programs, where they are actively restoring forest habitats via an annual tree planting program. They also plant fast-growing species to provide the communities with firewood, thereby conserving the protected forests. Local people are trained and then paid to monitor these programs alongside the IMPACT team. Why They Need Your Help Madagascar is at serious risk of losing its remaining dry and gallery forest, along with the critically endangered species that call them home. To maintain these habitats, threats need to be reduced. Habitat threats occur mainly when rangers are absent, particularly over the weekends. Thus, increasing patrol capacity is vital to protecting these ecosystems and improving fire management strategies. This, along with all of their other initiatives, are made possible by donations. IMPACT Madagascar is also in need of additional funding to implement a new environmental education program to provide the next generation with the skills and knowledge to protect their environment. Conservation Allies charges no overhead fees or administration costs, meaning 100% of your donation goes directly to the Partner or Project of your choice. All donations made from the United States are fully tax-deductible.
Corporación SalvaMontes
DONATE TO CORPORACIÓN SALVAMONTES Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner: Corporación SalvaMontes Location: Colombia, Latin America Category: Endangered Species Protected Area Management Wildlife Conservation Urgent Appeals: None currently Date Founded: 2016 Website: www.salvamontes.org Partner Qualifications: Legally ConstitutedThis organization is formally constituted and is a legally recognized non-profit in its country of origin. About Corporación SalvaMontes Corporación SalvaMontes is a non-profit organization in Colombia that focuses primarily on the biodiverse extreme north of the Tropical Andes hotspot. Managing 2,900 acres of natural reserves of cloud forests, they safeguard over 16 Threatened species. Their efforts center on the Alto de Ventanas, a significant biologically rich area at Colombia’s northern central Andes. This region holds prominence in Colombia’s updated National Strategy for Plant Conservation. Furthermore, it’s a proposed Key Biodiversity Area as per IUCN criteria. In the Alto de Centanas, Salva Montes manages three reserves spanning 1,900 acres, strategically placed to protect the magnolia trees, Handley’s slender opossums, and their habitat remnants. They also manage 123 acres of nature reserve in the Darién Gap of Chocó, protecting the unique and endangered Magnificent butterfly palm. Finally, SalvaMontes also co-manages 880 acres of forest in the highlands of northern-central Antioquia, where they are working to conserve the Critically Endangered Antioquia brushfinch. Their Challenges Forests in the Antioquia and Chocó departments of Colombia are in danger of being logged due to the opening of pastures for cattle and illegal wood production. Although these forests are home to a great abundance of biodiversity and several endemic, threatened species, the threat of deforestation continues on. Their primary challenge in guaranteeing the conservation of Colombia’s wildlife is in protecting the most well-preserved fragments of habitat that still remain. THey are also focused on restoring and rewilding the degraded areas of forest in order to reconnect fragments by mending the biological corridors. While restoring forests is very difficult given the region’s deforestation trend, it is a highly effective, essential step in fighting the climate and biodiversity crises of today. Their Approach SalvaMontes implements its conservation projects in the following ways: Creation and management of natural reserves in areas that hold the best remaining habitat fragments Restoration of habitat in degraded areas, allowing for the reconnection of habitat fragments and recreation of biological corridors Propagation and planting of threatened tree species Developing conservation plans for Critically Endangered species like the Antioquia brushfinch, Handley’s slender opossum, Ghost monkey orchid (also known as the Lemurella’s orchid), Magnificent butterfly palm, and Ventanas magnolia tree. Working with local people and landowners, SalvaMontes provides environmental education, raises awareness on environmental issues amongst communities, and works alongside locals in conservation action and sustainable development. Why They Need Your Help Currently, SalvaMontes is executing a conservation project to support the restoration of the natural populations of Magnolia trees. Activities include the monitoring of trees, the collection and germination of seeds in a tree propagation nursery, and the planting of produced trees in their natural habitat. This project will also help the expansion of Los Magnolios Natural Reserve through the purchase of a neighboring land parcel that has a large area of primary forests (608 acres), which will secure habitat for the species that inhabit this protected area. SalvaMontes depends on generous donations to continue their essential conservation work in Colombia. Your donation is used to support actions that produce a direct, positive impact in the conservation of threatened species and their habitats in Colombia. Conservation Allies charges no overhead fees or administration costs, meaning 100% of your donation goes directly to the Partner or Project of your choice. All donations made from the United States are fully tax-deductible.
Neotropical Primate Conservation
DONATE TO NPC Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Appeal Snapshot Partner: Neotropical Primate Conservation Location: Peru, Latin America Category: Community Support and Development Protected Area Management Wildlife Conservation Urgent Appeals: Helping Communities Preserve Primates Date Founded: 2007 Website: www.neoprimate.org 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. About Neotropical Primate Conservation Neotropical Primate Conservation (NPC) is a non-profit organization that use primates as flagship species to spearhead conservation efforts, but their work doesn’t only benefit primates. In order for primates to survive in the wild, they need a thriving ecosystem, which means NPC’s efforts also go towards protecting all the other species that live alongside primates and call the rainforest their home. NPC works with local communities as they believe conservation starts with people. Their projects ensure sustainable access to natural resources for local communities. NPC was founded by a group of friends who shared the same passion for conservation, beginning as a non-profit organization in the UK. Since then, NPC has expanded and now has branches in Peru, Colombia, and Argentina. Monkeys are crucial to ecosystem health and also play a significant role in traditions of many local peoples. Their Challenges Many of the primates that NPC helps to protect are among the least known and most threatened species in the world. This means that they face a very real danger of extinction in the near future. The main threats to primates are the loss of habitat through deforestation as well as hunting for the illegal wildlife trade and bushmeat. These threats are caused by unsustainable practices both locally and globally and will only worsen without action to safeguard their future. Their Approach NPC was set up in order to promote the conservation of forest habitats and wildlife through land protection, research, improvement of degraded habitat for wildlife, creation of public awareness programs, and sustainable development. They work to create private and community-run reserves to ensure long term habitat protection for wildlife. Through this work, they help local communities strengthen their stewardship of nature as well as protect their traditional and cultural identities, benefiting both humans and the environment. NPC runs many successful, low-cost projects, and they use their experiences to promote efficient conservation globally. NPC’s community-based conservation approach means that the reserves are protected by those who actually live in and around the forest, leading to real, on-the-ground protection by those with the most to gain from continued access to a healthy environment. This also leads to wider, ecosystem level conservation in areas between the reserves. At their main project site, the elimination of hunting of the Yellow-tailed woolly monkey led to a documented ~20% increase in the population since 2007, and local level bans on clear-cutting of forests led to deforestation rates dropping below those of surrounding areas. Their research into the Peruvian night monkey provided proof that the species is much more at-risk than previously thought, resulting in the IUCN raising its category from Vulnerable to Endangered, and so focusing more attention on its protection. In Colombia, Neotropical Primate Conservation is leading the National Conservation Plan for the Critically Endangered Colombian spider monkey, a species that only survives in some of the most troubled parts of the country. The action plan has become a legal document that guides government policy at the national and regional levels. Why They Need Your Help Neotropical Primate Conservation is reliant upon generous donations to continue their highly effective work in primate conservation and sustainable community development throughout Latin America. Conservation Allies charges no overhead fees or administration costs, meaning 100% of your donation goes directly to the Partner or Project of your choice. All donations made from the United States are fully tax-deductible.
Fundación ProAves
DONATE TO FUNDACIÓN PROAVES Verified for authenticity Learn More IMPACT PROMISE Our Partners are carefully selected due to their high conservation impact Partner Snapshot Partner: Fundación ProAves Location: Colombia, Latin America Category: Endangered Species Land Purchases Wildlife Conservation Urgent Appeals: Urgent Land Purchase to Save Endangered Species Date Founded: 1998 Website: www.proaves.org/en 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. About Fundación ProAves The Fundación ProAves was hatched 25 years ago by a group of Colombian conservationists desperate to save the Yellow-eared parrot from the brink of extinction. They succeeded in what is widely considered one of the greatest species revivals ever documented. Inspired by this new hope, ProAves expanded its efforts to save other globally threatened species, especially birds and amphibians throughout Colombia, by means of research, innovative conservation actions, and community outreach. ProAves is the leading national conservation non-profit in Colombia, which is one of the most biologically diverse countries on earth. ProAves is active across all major biomes and regions of Colombia and manages 28 Nature Reserves in critical biodiversity hotspots, permanently protecting the homes of countless endangered species and unique habitats. The passion and commitment to conservation shown by the ProAves family is nurtured by alliances and collaboration with local and indigenous communities, with whom they work to save biodiversity. The mission of Fundación ProAves is to protect birds and biodiversity in Colombia through research, specific conservation actions, and outreach with the community. Their Challenges Colombia is home to an astounding diversity of landscapes, included a vast area of the Amazon, the glacier-capped mountains of the Andes, mangroves along the Pacific Coast, vast stretches of the Caribbean Sea, and the open savanna of the Orinoco River basin—combined, these habitats hold some of the greatest biological diversity on the planet. In fact, Colombia is second only to Brazil as the most “megadiverse” country on earth, hosting over 10% of the planet’s biodiversity. Worldwide, it ranks first in bird and orchid species diversity and second in plants, butterflies, freshwater fishes, and amphibians. Tragically, Colombia currently faces multiple major threats to its once-vast forest landscapes. The instability from the COVID-19 pandemic crisis allowed unscrupulous persons to invade protected areas and exploit natural resources as government entities struggled to respond. Combining this with the 2016 peace process that sparked a tsunami of natural resource exploitation and colonization, deforestation rates are skyrocketing to some of the highest worldwide. The unprecedented exploitation of Colombia’s natural treasures has decimated vital habitats necessary for the survival of many unique and range-restricted species. ProAves has scaled up their actions to stop deforestation. They continue to face mounting challenges but will continue to fight to save precious wildlife and habitats across Colombia. Their Approach ProAves conservation approach is built on 25 years of effective science-based, laser-focused biodiversity conservation action. Their tried and tested field experience has led to some of the most successful conservation impacts and outcomes in Latin America. Their objectives include: Targeted Research in Search of Conservation Solutions: Locating priority areas for endangered species, increasing knowledge of threats to those species, designing conservation actions that address those threats, and establishing conservation strategies for Colombia. Direct Conservation Action: Implementing science-based action plans and strategies to save endangered species and sites. This includes establishing new Protected Areas, improving and strengthening reserve management plans, and promoting policies for the protection and conservation of biodiversity and their habitats. Community Outreach: Working with local people is key to ensuring conservation actions survive in the long term. ProAves prioritizes environmental education for youth and helps provide communities with knowledge and skills to sustainably benefit from nature, such as ecotourism training and maintaining traditional knowledge and practices. ProAves Reserves are not islands of biodiversity, but are instead interactive nodes of conservation within the larger landscape. ProAves makes a concerted effort to work with and educate the community through campaigns, workshops, and capacity building. A clear example of these actions is at the El Paujíl ProAves Reserve, where direct conservation and environmental education carried out to save the Critically Endangered Blue-billed curassow resulted in a ban on hunting this turkey-sized bird. Consequently, the population density of the curassow has increased from 3.1 individuals per km2 in 2004 to over 8.4 individuals per km2 in 2020. This significant population increase shows the importance of the protected areas and working with the community. Why They Need Your Help Your donation to ProAves will help them to: Save more than 12% of all bird species on the planet (1,337 bird species in ProAves reserves) Protect in perpetuity more than 160,600 acres of crucial wildlife habitat across Colombia that contains an estimated 10% of all flora and fauna species on Earth Support over 70 conservationists dedicated to protecting Colombia’s wonderful wildlife Conservation Allies charges no overhead fees or administration costs, meaning 100% of your donation goes directly to Fundación ProAves. All donations made from the United States are fully tax-deductible.
