Conservation BEYOND the gate.
Protecting what MATTERS.
The Willowbank Foundation is an independent charitable trust connecting people, partnerships and funding with projects that build on more than 50 years of conservation expertise at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
Now, we’re taking that impact BEYOND THE GATE and into our communities.
Creating IMPACT. Together.
Investing in practical projects with measurable outcomes — from species protection and habitat restoration to conservation education, research and innovation.
PROTECT native wildlife and biodiversity
CONNECT people and communities with nature
ADVANCE science and research
Creating lasting CHANGE.
Willowbank's conservation story has always been about more than wildlife alone. It is about the connection between people, wildlife and the places we share.
The Willowbank Foundation is building on that legacy — creating new opportunities for people to connect, contribute and make a difference beyond Willowbank and throughout our wider communities.
Because lasting conservation only happens when it's done TOGETHER.
Where we make a DIFFERENCE.
Our work is focused across three interconnected areas where we can create meaningful and lasting impact — protecting wildlife, connecting people with nature and advancing knowledge for the future.
CONSERVATION | COMMUNITY & EDUCATION | SCIENCE & RESEARCH
CONSERVATION
Protecting wildlife and the places they call home. We support hands-on conservation that protects threatened species, restores habitats and strengthens biodiversity — at Willowbank and beyond the gates, into our wider communities.
COMMUNITY & EDUCATION
Connecting people with nature and inspiring the next generation. We create opportunities for young people, families and communities to experience, learn about and take part in conservation — building connections with nature that can last a lifetime.
SCIENCE & RESEARCH
Turning knowledge into better outcomes for wildlife. We support research, monitoring and innovation that deepens our understanding of native species and their habitats — helping turn evidence and ideas into practical conservation action.
Projects in ACTION.
Dale's DAY OUT
Gives families facing serious illness, injury, bereavement or trauma the chance to step away from the everyday and enjoy a great day out. SHOW YOUR SUPPORT by making a DONATION in Dale Hedgcock’s memory - helping create wonderful experiences when they’re needed most.
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Turning PURPOSE into IMPACT.
A thriving natural environment depends on people working together.
Every person.
Every partnership.
Every contribution.
Creates lasting impact for nature.
The Willowbank Foundation brings together people, businesses, philanthropists, community organisations and conservation expertise — connecting funding, knowledge, partnerships and opportunity with projects where they can make a real and lasting difference.
From protecting native wildlife and restoring habitats, to connecting communities with nature and advancing conservation through science and research, we turn shared purpose into meaningful action.
Focused Projects. Strong Partnerships.
Lasting IMPACT.
Together, we can do MORE.
Big change happens when people come together. By bringing together people, partnerships and philanthropy, we can protect wildlife, connect communities with nature and create lasting change.
Whether you’re an individual, business, philanthropist or community organisation, your support can help turn meaningful ideas into action for nature.
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