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As the only wildlife rescue center in our region, we respond to emergencies across three major conservation areas, nearly 20% of Costa Rica’s territory. From monkeys and sloths to birds, reptiles, and endangered species, hundreds of animals depend on us each year.

But we cannot do it alone.

Why you should consider giving monthly

Wildlife doesn’t stop needing care; not during rainy season, not during economic downturns, not ever. By becoming a monthly donor, you give us stability to:

  • Plan ahead and cover budget gaps
  • Be fully prepared for emergency rescues
  • Provide continuous, high- quality care to every patient
  • Invest in long term conservation and release programs

Why your support matters

Rescuing wildlife is unpredictable. Emergencies happen at any hour. Animals arrive with broken bones, electrocutions, head trauma, poisoning, or as orphans who need round-the-clock care.

Your donation helps provide:

  • Emergency rescues and 24/7 veterinary care
  • Specialized treatments, X-rays, ultrasounds, lab work, and surgeries
  • Formula, fresh produce, and species-specific diets
  • Enclosures, enrichment, and long-term sanctuary care for non-releasable animals
  • Post-release monitoring to ensure animals thrive back in the wild

Every contribution directly protects wildlife and transforms suffering into survival.

Wildlife Conservation Cost Breakdown

The Alturas Outcome

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Animals Released a Year
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Successfully Released Back to the Wild
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Of Visitors Educated a Year

Our current campaigns

Sea Turtle Rescue and treatment

Save Linda the Sea Turtle

Linda came to us after being found on the beach attempting to lay eggs. She has a skull fracture which we are treating. She also is not able to dive properly, so she needs a CT scan to discover why. We desperately need funds in order to give her the proper medical care, and, hopefully return her to the wild.  Please consider donating.

Rainy Season

The rainy season means less tours, less volunteers and interns, but by no means less patients. We are constantly receiving more animals and due to the rainy season, we are running out of funds. Please help us, help them during this difficult time of year.

Red-lored Amazon Parrots at wildlife rescue
Ocelot in Costa Rica Sanctuary

Ocelot GPS Collar

We have an ocelot in pre-release that is due to be released the end of this year and we are hoping to raise funds to purchase a GPS collar to keep him safe after release. The data provided will also help the conservation world improve rehabilitation techniques and our understanding of these elusive cats.

Help Wildlife Through Our Amazon Wishlist

Want to support us in a direct and meaningful way? Our Amazon Wishlist includes the daily essentials we use to care for injured, orphaned, and recovering animals. From formula, medical supplies and cleaning materials to enrichments items and more.

Every item you purchase goes straight into our clinic, nursery or sanctuary and immediately helps an animal in need.

“They can’t survive without us. We can’t do it without you.”

Your donation, whether one-time or monthly, ensures that every animal that arrives at our gates has a fighting chance to heal, grow stronger, and return to the wild where they belong.

Ocelot kitten rescued