MGVP was
established in 1986 as the first organization of its kind,
providing veterinary care for wild mountain gorillas – in
the forest. In addition to naturally-occurring health
problems, mountain gorillas suffer from human-induced
injuries and illnesses associated with poaching, war, and
habitat loss. They are also susceptible to many human and
domestic animal diseases. Thus, the health of the mountain
gorillas is connected to that of the people and other
animals who live in or near the Virunga Massif and Bwindi
forests. This species lives on the brink of extinction, with
no fall-back breeding population in sanctuaries or zoos.
The Baltimore Zoo was created by act of the Maryland
state legislature on April 7, 1876. (Its name was changed to
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore in 2004.) It is the third
oldest zoo in the country, behind Philadelphia (1873) and
Cincinnati (1874). It actually had its beginnings as early
as 1862, when the first of many citizens gave animals (the
first being 4 swans) to
Druid Hill Park for public display. And today the
160-plus acre zoo property is owned by the City of Baltimore
and leased to the State of Maryland. The Maryland Zoological
Society, established in 1967, operates the Zoo under a lease
agreement with the state. The Zoological Society assumed
full management of the Zoo in 1984. Currently the Zoo’s
animal collection encompasses more than 1,500 birds,
mammals, amphibians and reptiles, representing nearly 200
species. Animals are displayed in natural settings
replicating their native habitat.
Gerard "Ged"
Caddick founded Terra Incognita ECOTOURS in 2004 after over
fifteen years of working in the Expedition Travel industry.
Ged has led trips for the World Wildlife Fund, National
Geographic Society and the American Museum of Natural
History as well as many College Alumni groups, the National
Audubon Society and the Smithsonian Institution. Ged lived
in Belize, Central America for a number of years in the late
1980's and worked in the Conservation of Endangered Species
for twelve years before becoming involved in the Expedition
Travel industry. It is this mix of Expedition Travel (a.k.a.
ecotourism) and Conservation that has helped to shape how
Terra Incognita ECOTOURS operates.
We are committed to making a difference to you and to the
places we visit. We draw on our legacy of adventure,
experience and knowledge, our commitment is to provide
travelers with opportunities to participate in ecotours,
which explore the world with a sense of discovery and
wonder, and to preserve our environment for future
generations. As we do so, we strive to create ecotours that
are as enriching and memorable as they are comfortable and
fun.
The Jane Goodall Institute for
Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation, a
tax-exempt/non-profit, was founded in California in 1977 by
Jane Goodall and Genevieve, Princess di San Faustino.
It
advances the power of individuals to take informed and
compassionate action to improve the environment for all
living things.
The objectives of the
Institute are to:
- Increase primate habitat conservation
- Increase awareness of, support for and training in issues
related to our relationship with each other, the environment
and other animals (leading to behavior change)
- Expand non-invasive research programs on chimpanzees and
other primates
- Promote activities that ensure the well-being of
chimpanzees, other primates and animal welfare activities in
general.
Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) answers a critical and unique need in promoting and protecting animal health and welfare and advancing veterinary medicine.
Our Foundation's Story
MAF is the world’s largest nonprofit foundation 501(c)(3) dedicated to funding research studies to protect, treat and cure animals, including companion animals (dogs, cats, horses, llamas/alpacas), as well as wildlife (mountain gorillas, elephants, rhinoceros, wolves, and many varieties of birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish). Nearly 50 of the world’s most respected research institutions, colleges of veterinary medicine, and zoos are conducting about 120 MAF-sponsored studies and 30 veterinary student projects. Since our founding in 1948, we have funded almost 1,400 studies with funds of more than $51 million — with 100 percent of all annual donations going to fund animal health.
Jack Hanna is an American zoo keeper who is the
Director Emeritus of the
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. He was Director of the zoo
from 1978 to 1993, and is viewed as largely responsible for
elevating its quality and reputation. His media appearances
have made him one of the best known and well liked animal
experts in the United States. Hanna, nicknamed "Jungle
Jack", is instantly recognizable by his khaki safari outfit,
deep tan, Southern twang, pseudo-serious delivery, and
shaggy hair.
The advent of the 21st Century creates a unique opportunity
to rethink what Progress means and how we ought to measure
it. When future generations look back on us, what gauges
will they use to decide whether we made genuine Progress?
Based on the interests of its founder and managing board,
the Foundation has chosen to create strategic initiatives in
four program areas: how we measure progress; how we address
the global HIV/AIDS pandemic; how we ensure diversity of
voices in our media; and how we treat animals.
The Foundation was created, endowed and is led by Rob
Glaser, CEO of RealNetworks. Since its creation in 1993, the
Glaser Progress Foundation has distributed over 21 million
dollars for philanthropic purposes. The Foundation is
located in Seattle with a staff of three: Executive Director
Martin Collier, Program Officer Mitchell Fox, and Operations
Manager Melessa Rogers.
Bill
and Melinda Gates believe every life has equal value. In
2000, they created the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to
help reduce inequities in the United States and around the
world.
Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the foundation is led
by co-chairs Bill Gates, Melinda Gates, and William H. Gates
Sr., and by CEO Patty Stonesifer.
