Summary
Aces Wildlife Rescue has seen its busiest year to date, but is still running on a fraction of funds it usually would due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With increasing requests for our wildlife rescue and human-wildlife conflict management services and despite the depleted finances, we are still providing 24/7 free-of-charge emergency wildlife response and ensuring a high quality of care to all animals requiring help. Today we launch our holiday fundraiser to raise $10,000 to help get us back on our feet and prepared for the predicted busy months to come. This holiday season unleash your generosity and give the gift that gives back.
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Who are we?
Aces Wildlife Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and protection of Belize's native wildlife and their critical habitats. Located on Ambergris Caye, Aces is the only wildlife rescue on the Cayes, working with various species such as crocodiles, seabirds, iguanas, boa constrictors, turtles, anteaters, raccoons, and countless species of birds on their migratory route. We provide 24/7 free-of-charge emergency response to injured, ill, or orphaned wildlife, as well as human-wildlife conflict resolution achieved through scientific research, community outreach and education, promoting habits for harmonious human-wildlife coexistence.
The Challenge
Aces receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of donors and sponsors to cover costs required to run the non-profit organization. With more people utilizing our services and reaching out to get wildlife help on Ambergris Caye and the surrounding areas, the more the expenses add up. Coupled with the economic collapse that has occurred during COVID-19 pandemic, we have been forced to operate on a fraction of funds as is usually required. With finances being depleted and our expenses increasing, we are in need of crucial support to get back on our feet and continue moving forward with our mission.
How you can help
Your donation makes our wildlife and environmental conservation work possible and ensures projects continue into the future. It has the ability to save lives and keep our community safe. With your help we can continue to provide rescue services, excellent specialized veterinary care, rehabilitation, housing, transportation, and community outreach, giving wildlife a second chance at freedom and the community a better understanding of how to harmoniously live and grow with nature.
Cover photo courtesy of Tom Cawthon.