“Summer Safari Dinners” are truly an extraordinary and unique experience! These fundraisers offer guests an intimate opportunity to connect with Sanctuary staff and enjoy a sumptuous catered dinner while surrounded by several of the Sanctuary’s rescued lions. Witness the lions in their natural element and hear the power of their ROAR!

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In addition, the dinner features a detailed presentation by a staff member to educate guests about past, current, and future rescues. This presentation provides valuable information about our organization’s mission, as well as insight into the challenges and successes of rescuing animals. Overall, attending one of the “Summer Safari Dinners” promises to be an unforgettable time! If you’re interested, please click here.

The Run Into the Wild Running Festival is our largest annual event at the Sanctuary, with thousands of participants taking part each year! This special event offers three courses, catering to different fitness levels: the 5K Jaguar Jaunt (run/walk), the 5K Limitless Lion, and the 10K Tireless Tiger.

The festival features lots of food, drinks, vendors, activities, face painting, and henna tattoos! Participants receive custom-designed running shirts, hats, and participation medals which is a great touch to the overall experience! Don’t forget to take advantage of going on the walkway after your run, as walkway visits are included when registering for the race.

Run Into the Wild is a great opportunity for people to come together to make a positive impact on our rescued animals’ lives all while having fun and being active! Sign up coming soon!

Founder’s Day at The Wild Animal Refuge is an exclusive event that is only available to Founders and Habitat Creators who have purchased at least one acre of land. This event offers the opportunity to do a self-guided tour of the property, allowing supporters to see the impact of their support and the progress made.

This year we are holding eight days between June and October to visit, providing flexibility for guests to choose a day and time that works best for them. Gates open at 9 am and close at 3 pm. Lunch will be provided, and Refuge attire will be available to purchase as well!  The Wild Animal Refuge website provides easy registration and great information on how to become a Habitat Creator or Founding Member!

The annual “Pledge Party Luncheon” is a special day to honor donors who have committed to a pledge in support of The Wild Animal Sanctuary! Pledging guests can bring a companion to enjoy the lunch and walkway visit. This also allows donors to connect with others who share their passion for animal welfare and provides an opportunity for staff and volunteers to express their appreciation for our donor’s support, as it helps the Sanctuary plan and budget for the animals’ care more effectively. It’s a chance to come together with like-minded individuals and celebrate the difference that pledging can make!

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If you are interested in starting a pledge to help the animals and joining this fall event, follow the link provided, or reach out by email to aimee@wildanimalsanctuary.org or 303-536-0118.