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GFAS supports the betterment of any sanctuary, rescue center or rehabilitation center no matter the size, location, number for any wildlife, equine or farmed animal in their care. We work with facilities to improve and reach a high standard of animal care, management, and governance.

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Ways to Give

GFAS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, relying on generous donations for those supporting our mission to improve the quality of care at sanctuaries worldwide. Your support enables us to help sanctuaries help animals.

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Find a Sanctuary

There are 150+ GFAS Accredited and Verified sanctuaries, rescues and rehabilitation centers around the world. Explore our growing database and sort sanctuaries by animal type, location, services and volunteer/internship opportunities.

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Helping sanctuaries
help animals.

Our mission is to continuously improve the quality of care for animals requiring sanctuary.
To this end, we:

Accredit sanctuaries based on worldwide standards of excellence
Facilitate operational and financial support
Enhance effectiveness, recognition, and collaboration

Featured Organization

Lucky Glider Rescue and Sanctuary

Lucky Glider Rescue & Sanctuary (LGRS) is a non-profit exotic and farm and ranch animal rescue. LGRS is a 501(c)3 public charity, which also provides community outreach in the form of educational programs for animal caregivers and enthusiasts. Our focus is primarily on animals such as horses, donkeys, goats, and sheep. Donations are used for veterinary bills, feed, and shelter improvements.

Our Impact

190 Groups

25,000 Animals

18 Countries