Wild Life Foundation

The Wild Life Foundation, a UK-registered charity (number 1152642), is dedicated exclusively to the conservation and welfare of exotic and endangered wildlife species, both in their natural habitats and in captivity, while advancing public education on these issues. Established to deliver public benefit through grants, expert support, scientific research, and awareness-raising, it stands out for its niche focus on exotic species—distinguishing it from broader wildlife funders—emphasizing innovative projects that combine practical interventions with measurable educational or research outcomes.

It funds targeted initiatives such as species conservation efforts, welfare improvements, research advancing understanding of exotic wildlife threats, and public education programs that inform communities about protection needs. Beneficiaries are primarily at-risk exotic species and the general public, with support for projects demonstrating evidence-based impact, innovation, and alignment with its objects, spanning UK and international locations without geographic restrictions.

Eligible applicants are limited to UK-registered charities and academic institutions, with a preference for established conservation organizations or expert-led groups of medium to large size; small innovative entities may qualify if pre-selected. Funding is invite-only—no unsolicited applications—with trustees deciding at annual meetings based on internal priorities, referrals, or partnerships. Typical grants range from £5,000 to £30,000 for specific projects, excluding core costs, unrestricted funding, capital projects, or capacity building unrelated to exotic species outcomes.

This specialist funder uniquely prioritizes exotic wildlife's direct welfare alongside public knowledge gaps, avoiding general biodiversity or domestic species work, making it ideal for niche, high-impact conservation with educational synergy.