Save a Life, Give Today
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Toucan Rescue RanchSave Lives and Support Wildlife Care at Toucan Rescue Ranch this #GivingTuesday!
$8,650
raised by 78 people
$8,000 goal
This is where your donation goes this Giving Tuesday.
Since 2004, we’ve been on a mission—a mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and reintroduce Costa Rica’s incredible wildlife to where they belong. Every injured sloth, every orphaned toucan, and every tiny creature who found a second chance in our care is here today because of YOU.
From the rainforests of Costa Rica to hearts across the world, your generosity has been the lifeline that turned stories of despair into tales of hope. You've helped us build, grow, and thrive—because saving lives isn’t easy, and without you, it wouldn’t be possible.
Behind every journey back into the wild is your impact.
The challenges we face are many: financial barriers, increasing needs, and the growing demands of running a wildlife rescue. But your kindness has made the impossible achievable.
This Giving Tuesday, we need you more than ever.
Your donation doesn’t just help
us keep the lights on—it saves lives. It’s the hand that reaches out to an orphaned sloth, the care that nurtures a baby monkey, the hope that transforms a life.
Help us continue to be their safe haven. Together, we can give the voiceless a voice and ensure that Costa Rica’s wildlife thrives for generations to come.
Your donation saves lives. Your generosity creates miracles. Donate today and be part of the magic.
Save a Life, Give Today: Help Us Keep the Animals at Toucan Rescue Ranch Thriving This Giving Tuesday
Since our humble beginnings 20 years ago, we have witnessed an overwhelming number of wildlife emergencies, all rooted in human-wildlife conflicts, such as electrocutions, car accidents, the illegal pet trade, and more. Each case brings its own set of challenges, from animals barely clinging to life to those who stay with us only briefly. Every single one has shaped us, tested our resilience, and strengthened our commitment to adapt and evolve with the needs of the animals we care for.
Each animal that crosses our doors, gives us a renewed purpose: to heal, rehabilitate, and ultimately return these animals to their rightful home in nature. Rewilding is at the heart of our mission—helping these creatures regain their independence and thrive in the wild where they belong.
This year, the number of wildlife emergencies has risen alarmingly. In 2023, we received over 400 vulnerable animals, and as of July this year, we have already surpassed that number. At this pace, we are on track to face the highest number of wildlife emergencies in our 20 years of operation. This unprecedented demand means our efforts must double to provide these animals with the exceptional care they need to be rewilded successfully.
We cannot do this alone.
As a nonprofit organization, we rely entirely on the support of people who share our passion and commitment to conservation. Each month, our expenses exceed $50,000, and without your help, we cannot continue this vital work. Your support directly impacts the lives of these animals, enabling us to provide them with a second chance to return to the wild and play their part in the ecosystem once more.
Save a life, Give today. With your generosity, we can continue rescuing, rehabilitating, and rewilding these animals, ensuring a brighter future for wildlife and the environment. Together, we can make a difference. Will you join us in this mission?
Our #PapayaIsLife Fund – A Lifeline for Our Rescue Center
Our animal kitchen consumes an astonishing 1 ton of papaya each week—and that's just one part of the daily diet we provide for our residents. From bananas, apples, and green beans, to fish, meat, seeds, and other foods, the costs add up quickly. These specialized diets are vital to the health and well-being of the over 500 animals we care for, and we can’t do it without your help.
Your donation to our #PapayaIsLife Fund ensures that our animals stay well-fed and healthy. But it doesn’t stop there—your support also covers the costs of:
- Enclosure upkeep and essential repairs.
- Medical expenses including treatments, equipment, and medications
- Habitat upgrades and enrichment to enhance the lives of our residents.
This Giving Tuesday, we have set an ambitious goal of raising $8,000 that will go directly to support our Papaya Is Life Fund
What will $8,000 raise?
$2,500 Fruits and Veggies for a Month
$3,000 Medical Expenses for Two Weeks
$1,500 Habitat Upgrades for a Month
$1,000 Enclosure Upkeep for Three Weeks
Every donation, big or small, helps us meet the ever-increasing demands of our sanctuary. Your contribution of $10, $25, $50, or even $100 goes directly to the care and rehabilitation of the animals who need us most. And remember, all donations are tax-deductible.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your ongoing generosity and commitment to our mission.
Together, we can make a difference—for wildlife, for nature, and for the future of our planet.
Donate today and be a part of something bigger. Your support saves lives.