The Foundation is the only organisation in Australia whose philanthropy is an investment in our public estate, our unique species and our cultural heritage – for all to enjoy.
Thank You for Your Support in 2011
You are our partner in the conservation of Australia’s wildlife, parks and heritage. Thank you for your generous support in 2011. Your donations really do make an incredible difference. Because of you, the Foundation has achieved so much in the past 12 months and we would like to share just a few of our recent highlights with you.
Thank you for all your support has achieved in 2011 - click to read more
The Foundation in the News - 2012
Read about the Foundation and its projects in the media. Articles mentioning the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife and Backyard Buddies from 2011 and 2010 Australian newspapers and magazines are available for reading and downloading. Have a look and see what we've been up to.
See what articles have been published about the Foundation recently
Foundation Achievements
Find out what the Foundation has done in its 40+ year history. What pieces of land have we added to Australia's national parks and reserves? What species have we protected and conserved? What cultural heritage sites have we preserved for future generations?
Find out what your Foundation has achieved so far
The Foundation Thanks its Patron for a Decade of Service
In November, the Foundation held an event at Government House, Sydney to thank its Patron of the last ten years, the Governor of New South Wales, Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO for her support and dedication to the cause.
Click to read about the event and see pictures
Libby Liggins is the Foundation's 2011 Marine Science Grant Recipient
Each year the Foundation offers a Marine Science Grant of up to $7,000 for a PhD student or early career researcher (within 3 years of completing a PhD) conducting research into Australian marine ecoystems. Libby Liggins of Brisbane is the lucky 2011 recipient. Congratulations, Libby and all the best with your research!
Click to see details of Libby's research
2011 Private Land Conservation Grant Recipients
This year the Foundation and partners offered over $99,000 in grants to owners of covenanted properties to undertake conservation works on their own land. Find out who received a grant here.
Click to see the 2011 Private Land Conservation Grant Recipients
Current Threatened Species Projects
Since its inception in 1970, the Foundation has been funding scientifically based projects for the benefit of Australian native species. To date the Foundation has saved four species from extinction and funded projects to research and conserve over 30 other Australian plant and animal species.
Find out what species recovery projects are currently being funded
Recent Land Acquisitions for Australia's Parks and Reserves!
The Foundation is the only organisation in Australia whose philanthropy is an investment in the public estate. The Foundation acquires land through purchase, donation and bequest and gives it back to the National Reserve System.
See what properties the Foundation has helped add to the National Reserve System in 2011
Make a donation
Many who support our work pledge a regular amount each month, conveniently charged to their credit card or bank account. Will you be a regular monthly donor and help all year round? Help us purchase land for Australian national parks and protect Australia's amazing animals and unique plants by giving a regular amount each month.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Foundation
Curious about something to do with the Foundation and want to find out more? Have a look through our FAQ section first and hopefully it'll direct you in the direction you're looking for. Read our FAQ to find out about Foundation Projects, ways to Support the Foundation, Foundation Land Acquisitions, Foundation Grants, and the Backyard Buddies program.
Click to read the Foundation FAQ
Sign up to find out more about the Foundation
Read the PAWS newsletter to keep up to date on the Foundation's projects, or click to read previous editions of PAWS. You can also click here to read the Foundation's previous Annual Reports. You can also sign up to B-mail at the same time too, which is a free monthly email about animals you're likely to see in your backyard. It provides tips on how to make your garden and local area safe and inviting for native species.
