Our Partners
Our work over the last 20 years has been generously sponsored by our partners and we’d like to take this opportunity to thank them for their generosity.
Corporate Sponsors
Lowlander explores the world of herbs, spices and fruit and brews with these botanicals to create unique and naturally delicious beers. As a botanical brewer with roots in The Netherlands, it is our founding belief that a little bit of Dutch ingenuity combined with the power of nature creates limitless possibilities. At the same time, we are very much aware of the fact that we should never take nature’s beauty and benefits for granted. For without a healthy nature, we can’t brew our botanical beers. That’s why we are taking full responsibility for our actions as we are moving our impact from negative to positive. Championing the global goal for nature, working towards a nature positive impact by 2030.
Cha’s Organics is Canada’s leading brand of organic coconut milk and cream, with an assortment of varieties to choose from including spiced coconut milk, coconut whipping cream and their classic, best-selling premium coconut milk. Their entire selection is not only Organic and Fair For Life Fair Trade certified, they also guarantee that no monkey labour is ever used to harvest their coconuts. What’s more, 1% of the gross profits from the sale of Cha’s Organics coconut milk and cream is donated to organizations including Sri Lanka Wildlife Protection Society to help protect Sri Lanka’s wild elephants.
Stick No Bills Posters™ has grown rapidly over the past decade from its origins on Church Street in Galle Fort to be regarded as one of the world’s most prestigious poster art and poster design enterprises. The British-Sri Lankan run business enjoys exclusive usage rights on the world’s largest collection of Ceylon / Sri Lanka vintage and retro style travel posters which they showcase and sell at their flagship Iberia (Europe) and Ceylon galleries in Palma De Mallorca and Galle Fort, online and via a select constellation of luxury hotelier and retailers island-wide in Sri Lanka and Las Islas Baleares.
Spa Ceylon is an award-winning luxury spa with retail stores and boutiques across the world, offering Ayurvedic products and spa treatments. Its products combine ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and well-being rituals from the palaces of old Ceylon with natural ingredients and contemporary design. Already a strong advocate for saving the Sri Lankan elephant, Spa Ceylon currently sponsors our Butterfly Conservation Project, promoting biodiversity and the protection of Sri Lanka’s endemic butterfly species in the Wasgamuwa area
EleBalance is one of our most recent partners. EleBalance is supporting the SLWCS to expand and scale up the Society’s social enterprise programs to provide sustainable livelihoods to rural farmers to garner their support for wildlife conservation and climate change mitigation. The partnership between EleBalance and SLWCS was established to improve the lives of Sri Lankan farmers and elephants, especially to create a healthy balance where both can peacefully coexist.
Organizational Sponsors
The Forrester Foundation is a UK-registered charitable trust focused on conserving biodiversity and protecting the natural environment. It primarily operates through grantmaking to environmental charities and voluntary organizations, with a geographical focus on Sri Lanka and South Africa. Since 2015, the foundation has been a consistent supporter of the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society (SLWCS), funding key conservation initiatives such as the construction of a new operations and community center. Through its strategic support, the foundation helps advance sustainable solutions for biodiversity conservation. Its continued commitment strengthens grassroots conservation efforts and community-based projects, ensuring that environmental stewardship benefits both nature and people. The foundation stands as a trusted partner in the long-term preservation of ecological heritage, enabling locally led organizations to implement high-impact projects that address urgent environmental challenges.
NABU International is the global arm of NABU (Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union), Germany’s oldest and largest environmental association, established in 1899. With over 960,000 members and 70,000 volunteers, NABU focuses on habitat protection, biodiversity, and climate resilience both locally and globally. NABU International partners with conservation groups worldwide to combat the biodiversity crisis. A key example is its partnership with the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society, supporting the Project Orange Elephant—a pioneering initiative aimed at reducing human-elephant conflict. NABU is now working to replicate this successful model in Tanzania, showcasing its commitment to scalable, locally adapted conservation strategies. With a history of effective, community-based action and a global network of experts, NABU International continues to be a major force in advancing environmental solutions that prioritize coexistence and biodiversity protection.
The Sea of Change Foundation is a U.S.-based nonprofit founded in 2015 by leaders in the scuba diving industry, including Aggressor Adventures. Committed to full donor transparency, the foundation directs 100% of donations to conservation and education projects worldwide. Originally focused on marine ecosystems—supporting coral nurseries, turtle protection, and reef cleanups—it has since expanded to terrestrial conservation. Since 2019, the foundation has supported the research and conservation of elephants, leopards, and sloth bears in partnership with the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society. Sea of Change operates through a flexible, rapid-response grant model, enabling it to act swiftly in response to environmental needs. By combining community engagement, scientific research, and direct funding, the foundation plays a vital role in protecting endangered species and fragile ecosystems, both underwater and on land.
Asian Elephant Support (AES) is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to the welfare and conservation of Asian elephants throughout their native range. AES supports veterinarians, funds habitat patrols, fencing, and disease control, and provides emergency aid during natural disasters. It also focuses on training mahouts, community engagement, and public education. Since 2016, AES has partnered with the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society to launch impactful initiatives such as the EleFriendly Bus, which reduced human-elephant conflict by over 90% in a critical elephant corridor. In 2023, AES launched Project Dodam to raise funds for SLWCS’ community-led fencing and to expand Project Orange Elephant. Through targeted interventions and sustained support, AES enhances elephant welfare and fosters coexistence between communities and elephants in high-conflict areas.
The International Elephant Project (IEP), a program under Wildlife Conservation International, is dedicated to the protection of Asian elephants and their habitats through conservation and community partnership. Founded in 2010, IEP implements holistic solutions involving habitat protection, wildlife monitoring, and local engagement to preserve entire ecosystems. The project operates in South and Southeast Asia, aiming to ensure elephants thrive in secure and viable populations. Since 2024, IEP has partnered with the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society, supporting both the Project Orange Elephant and the Wildlife Conservancy Project. IEP is results-driven, operating with minimal overhead to maximize field impact. By combining research, policy advocacy, and hands-on conservation, it provides measurable outcomes that benefit both elephants and the people living alongside them.
The Chamäleon Stiftung Foundation, founded in 2012 by Chamäleon Reisen founder Ingo Lies, is a Berlin-based nonprofit focused on sustainable tourism and philanthropy. The foundation supports projects across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, emphasizing environmental protection, biodiversity, education, and women’s empowerment. With a commitment to grassroots collaboration and transparency, the foundation funds and monitors locally led initiatives with long-term impact. Since 2022, it has been a key supporter of the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society’s Project Orange Elephant, providing funding and exposure through Chamäleon Reisen’s eco-tourist visits. The foundation’s integrated approach connects mindful travelers with meaningful conservation experiences, ensuring tourism benefits local communities and ecosystems. Through this model, Chamäleon Stiftung exemplifies how travel and conservation can work hand-in-hand to create a sustainable future.
The Zoological Society of New Jersey (ZSNJ), established in 1975, is a nonprofit organization supporting Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange, New Jersey. Its mission centers on wildlife conservation, education, and research. ZSNJ funds exhibit development, animal care improvements, and outreach programs, helping to inspire environmental stewardship in the region. The society is deeply involved in conservation beyond the zoo through strategic partnerships. Since 2020, ZSNJ has supported the Carnivore Project of the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society, contributing to the study and protection of Sri Lanka’s wild carnivores. With a strong base of volunteers, accredited standards, and community involvement, ZSNJ plays a crucial role in connecting global conservation efforts with local education and awareness. Its support extends vital resources to frontline conservation work.
Etikora is a UK-based ethical e-commerce marketplace that offers sustainable, organic, and socially responsible products across categories like beauty, fashion, and home goods. The platform supports artisans, small businesses, and cooperatives around the world, with a strong emphasis on fair trade and environmental protection. Etikora stands firmly against single-use plastics and is committed to reducing environmental harm through conscious consumerism. As part of its mission to improve both human and animal welfare, Etikora has supported the Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society for several years. This partnership reflects its broader goal to create a marketplace that not only empowers ethical producers but also directly contributes to the protection of natural habitats and vulnerable species across the globe.
Past Sponsors
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