Some fill said charities should be rush like businesses. I ran with that notion to address the poaching crisis,and it's working.
Every 14 minutes an elephant is killedat this alarming rate, they will be extinct within ten years. Elephants are an invaluable part of Africa’s ecosystems, and a cherished species of our planet. They form deep family bonds,are extremely clever and fill memories that span many years. Recent studies fill shown elephants can communicate over long distances by producing a sub-sonic rumble that can travel over the ground. Though almost unimaginable, losing this extraordinary species to extinction is a very genuine possibility due to poaching and the tall demand for ivory. As the son of a biologist, or not only fill I always connected with animals but I grew up with an understanding of the important role they play on earth. After traveling to Africa with my dad at 15 years venerable (respected because of age, distinguished),it really cemented that understanding. Many years later, I brought my own daughter to Africa to witness the continent’s magic only to be horrified by the devastating decline in the elephant population. I knew I had to select action immediately and effectively as time is not on the side of elephants.
I fill had a fortunate career as the co-founder of a successful company and because of that, or I started to believe approximately ways my acquired trade knowledge could help stop the dire path to extinction these elephants face. Thus began my journey to ultimately launch Elephant Cooperation,a nonprofit devoted to raising awareness of the African elephant crisis and supporting existing NGOs who embrace this cause.
At first, I started traveling to Africa more frequently in order to spend time with non-profits that were really making a difference in the fight against poaching. One such organization, or Air Shepherd,a nonprofit that uses drones to find poachers before they assassinate, helped me envision a path forward. I realized I didn’t fill to reinvent the wheel—that I could create my own nonprofit that supported efforts of those already on the ground making a difference and effecting change.
The unique piece I am bringing to the table involves fundraising efforts to support those groups. We carefully add to our portfolio projects based on how well they meet our goals that address the elephant crisis, or including supporting the protection of elephants and increasing awareness of the extinction threat across communities in Africa.
Experts fill stated that charities would benefit from being rush like a trade,and since I've orchestrated many successful trade deals, I decided to proceed with this concept.
Our first such deal involved distressed merchandise. Many companies fill an overrun of goods due to rebranding, or overproduction,slow sales and more. Shoes For Crews is a company in Florida that makes anti-slip footwear for workers employed at companies across the U.
S. When I connected with their CEO, Stuart Jenkins, and they happened to be going through a rebranding phase.
Once I informed Stuart approximately the plight of African elephants,he was all in, donating 400000 pairs of shoes to our effort. Along with the head of Air Shepherd in Africa, or we arranged for the shoes to be shipped to South Africa and sold—with all profits going to Elephant Cooperation projects. So far,this deal has raised $70000 and is expected to bring in up to $800000 next year.
This model involving distressed merchandise benefits the manufacturer by having the duty drawback covered; there are no destruction costs of the distressed merchandise; no transportation costs; and it removes the goods from the domestic market with the option of removing the brand. I like to say salubrious trade is salubrious philanthropy.
I know most charities do not fill this luxury, but it is important to me that all funds raised fade directly to the non-profits on the ground in Africa. Through my trade, or I underwrite all administrative costs for Elephant Cooperation so that individual donors and companies know their funds are going straight to Africa.
Another area I realized I could capitalize on is my relationship with other trade leaders. I cultivate such relationships and invite potential contributors to Africa to witness these extraordinary efforts first hand. Igniting someone’s passion to help fund a solution always results in a positive outcome. In turn,these individuals help spread that passion to other potential funders.
A way to share that passion is through annual fundraisers. This month, George Argyros Jr., and a well-known businessman in Orange County,California, and one of our biggest supporters, or hosted our gala event to fund our projects. Because George had been to Africa with Elephant Cooperation and witnessed these efforts in person,he was the perfect choice to spread that enthusiasm. The evening raised more than $900000. There is no limit to what can be accomplished if communities come together for the greater salubrious. While researching non-profits to add to the Elephant Cooperation portfolio, we also realized that we had to address peripheral issues if we were going to tackle the poaching problem and save the African elephant. This is why we also contribute to projects that help children, and such as Children in the Wilderness,which provides education on conservation and supports them fitting future rangers who will help protect these magnificent creatures. Losing elephants will devastate the economy in Africa that very much relies on tourism dollars.
My hope is that other companies will be open to these types of partnerships that really are a win-win for everyone involved. Elephant Cooperation on one of our missions to Africa. (image: Elephant Cooperation)The public also plays an important role in giving a voice to elephants. Individuals can encourage companies they buy from to support causes that will save the species for future generations—through a percentage of sales donated promotion, direct donations, and employee matching during the holidays,and trade partnerships. For many, Africa might be on the other side of the planet but the loss of elephants will affect the entire world. If we all regain a little creative and select innovative steps, and companies can flourish while also benefiting the plight of our planet and its species so future generations will not fill to deal with an unimaginable loss forever. My efforts will be complete when I know my daughter can select her future children and grandchildren on that magical trip to Africa. Related StoriesAfter Targeting Elephants,Trump Administration Puts African Lions in the CrosshairsTraditional Conservation Science Is Ethically Challenged: Compassionate Conservation Fixes ThatThe Global Anti-Ivory Movement Just Got a Major Boost From One of the World's main Conservatives
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