With this transformative grant from The Brady Hunter Foundation, the organization can amplify its impact on the ground and foster sustainable solutions that benefit both wildlife and local communities. The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund is renowned for its relentless dedication to gorilla conservation and its holistic approach, encompassing community engagement, scientific research, and education. 'This partnership aims to address the urgent challenges and threats faced by gorillas in Rwanda and contributes to the broader global efforts towards biodiversity protection.' 'The Brady Hunter Foundation's collaboration with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund is a testament to our shared commitment to wildlife conservation and the preservation of our planet's most vulnerable species,' added Tara Stoinski, Ph.D., President and CEO/Chief Scientific Officer of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. With this new addition, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund can ensure efficient and timely transportation of personnel, supplies, and equipment, enabling them to cover larger areas and maximize their impact. The funds will cover the cost of food and supplies necessary to sustain their year-long commitment to protecting the gorillas from these deadly traps.įurthermore, the grant will facilitate the purchase of a new vehicle, significantly enhancing the logistics required to support the field teams. In addition to bolstering the patrol teams, the grant will provide essential support to the existing 25 community eco-guards who tirelessly search for and dismantle snares, of which more than 2,600 were removed in the past year. Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of these magnificent creatures.' 'This grant will empower the dedicated teams on the ground, ensuring their ability to protect and preserve the gorillas and their fragile habitats. 'We are honored to support the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund in their crucial work,' said Josh Fox, founder of The Brady Hunter Foundation.

These teams will receive the necessary supplies and equipment for safe and effective forest patrols, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding the gorillas' natural habitat and ensuring their long-term survival, as well as the protection of the entire ecosystem. Thanks to the generous grant from The Brady Hunter Foundation, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund will be able to expand its efforts by hiring two new patrol teams.

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