Your Support Saves Wildlife

When you make a Fossil Rim Wildlife Center donation, you're ensuring that we can continue to provide world-class care for 1,100 animals under our care. Your gift is also supporting the next generation of wildlife advocates.

Support Fossil Rim through planned giving

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center has partnered with FreeWill to make planned giving simple and accessible. Through this collaboration, you can use a free online estate planning tool to create your plan in as little as 20 minutes - at no cost to you. FreeWill also offers flexible options for non-cash donations, including stocks, IRAs, and more, making it easy to support Fossil Rim's conservation mission for future generations.

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  1. Across 1,800 acres of Texas Hill Country, our animals roam expansive, naturalistic habitats — and we actively steward the land and water that sustain them.
  2. We offer immersive experiences that spark a deeper connection with wildlife and inspire people to act on behalf of the natural world.
  3. We participate in breeding and recovery programs for more than 20 threatened and endangered species, helping secure their future in the wild.
  4. Each year, approximately 20 veterinary interns gain hands-on experience through high-impact projects in wildlife medicine and care.
  5. Our education programs reach thousands of students annually, building the next generation of conservation advocates.
  6. Our team conducts meaningful behavioral and physiological research to advance the science of animal care and conservation.

why donate to fossil Rim?

we're glad you asked...

YOU'VE BEEN HORNED!

Our beloved horned lizard (or horned frog for you TCU fans) is officially listed as a threatened species in Texas. Fossil Rim is fighting hard to make sure this lovable native sticks around for a LONG time.  Learn how you can help.

 save the horned lizard

other ways to make an impact

There are many ways you can create an impact at Fossil Rim

Vehicle Donation

Donate your car, truck, motorcycle, RV, or boat.

AMAZON Wish list

Order items from our wish list with just a few simple clicks.

GROCERY REWARDS

Use the Kroger Rewards Program to donate.

TRIBUTE GIFT

Make a gift in honor or remembrance of someone.

STOCKS & SECURITIES

Contact development@fossilrim.org for more info.

thanks to your support, here's what we've been ABLE to accomplish

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Attwater's prairie chickens hatched in the last 27 years, making Fossil Rim the leading Attwater's prairie chicken breeding center.

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Scimitar-horned oryx contributed by Fossil Rim to be reintroduced to the species' native habitat in Chad, Africa.

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Addax born at Fossil Rim since the 1980's.

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American red wolves born at Fossil Rim.

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Mexican grey wolves born at Fossil Rim.

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Cheetah cubs born, making Fossil Rim a top-three breeding center in North America.

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