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Free Wildlife … together

Be a Lifeline for Wildlife — Become a Volunteer

From animal care to admin help, we need dedicated hands

Support Us

Support our work – help save our wildlife

We couldn’t do the work that we do without public support.

Thanks to your generosity, we’re able to keep our doors open all year-round, taking in compromised indigenous wild animals—no questions asked and always free of charge.

ONCE OFF DONATION SUPPORT US MONTHLY

There are many ways you can help:

Make a donation

Every rand goes directly to animal care, rehabilitation, and release efforts
Use the buttons below to select your preferred donation type :

ONCE OFF DONATION

Make an online donation to help Friends of Free Wildlife continue its valuable work in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of indigenous wildlife. 

Save tax – we are a registered Public Benefit Organisation
(No. 930055712) and authorised to issue 18A tax certificates where applicable.

To receive an 18A tax certificate for your donation, please email your proof of payment, along with your full name and address, to admin@freewildlife.co.za. 

Please consider limiting requests for tax certificates to donations of R500 or more.

SUPPORT US MONTHLY

Join Us as a Monthly Donor – Make a Lasting Impact

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to support our work by becoming a monthly donor. It’s one of the most powerful ways you can help us continue rescuing and rehabilitating indigenous wild animals—through the good times and the tough ones.

You choose the amount.  Every recurring donation, big or small, helps us build a more stable, sustainable future for the wildlife in our care.

Reliable support = more lives saved.
Thank you for being part of the solution.

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart and soul of Friends of Free Wildlife. Men and women from all walks of life come together, united by a shared love for all living creatures.

From every corner of Gauteng, our volunteers dedicate their time, proudly wearing their Free Wildlife T-shirts as they step into a world of compassion, care, and purpose. At our centre, they provide essential support to injured, orphaned, and displaced indigenous wildlife, helping them heal and preparing them for a second chance in the wild.

Join us and become part of something truly meaningful — where every shift helps save a life.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old — and there’s no upper limit! Our current volunteers range in age from 18 to 85. As long as you’re in good health, reasonably fit, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

All prospective volunteers are required to attend an orientation morning, typically held every 4–5 weeks on a Saturday. This session is essential for understanding the work we do and how you can get involved.

Please check our website or Facebook page for upcoming orientation dates and details.

We are open from 08h00 – 17h00 every day  – 7 days a week – 365 days each year!  There are two daily shifts from 08h00 – 13h00 and 13h00 to 17h00.

Please email or WhatsApp Claudia for further details:
 volunteer@freewildlife.co.za  /  +27 (0)66 213 2449. 

CONTACT US

Community Service Volunteer Opportunities

We offer volunteer opportunities for students who need to complete community service hours. Our programme is open to students aged 16 and older. To ensure a safe and productive environment, we accept a maximum of five students per shift.

Please note the following important guidelines:

  • Community service volunteers will not have direct access to animals.
  • A signed Indemnity Form from a parent or guardian is required before participation can begin.

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in environmental care, wildlife rehabilitation support roles, and learning about behind-the-scenes operations in a professional wildlife facility.

Please email claudia at volunteer@freewildlife.co.za for further details. 

EDUCATION & OUTREACH PROGRAMS

 

Help in other ways

  • Fundraising – help with raffles, book sales, events and any other fundraising initiatives.

  • Transporter – become a wildlife taxi and assist with the collection of animals requiring transport to and from our centre and our vets.

  • Website and social media maintenance.

  • Accounting services (pro-bono auditors).

  • Data capture and statistics.

  • Reception duties.

  • Repairs and maintenance.

Help out with supplies

Even a little goes a long way

Spread the word

Share our mission with your friends, family, and community.

Invite your friends, family and community to join us on our journey.

Together, we can give these animals a second chance at life.

Thank you for standing with us.

Leave a Legacy

Your legacy – our future

Gift voucher for special occasions

Give a gift that makes a difference

Looking for a meaningful gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or special milestones? Our gift vouchers are a thoughtful way to celebrate your loved ones while supporting the rescue and rehabilitation of indigenous wild animals.

Perfect for:

  • Birthdays
  • Anniversaries
  • Thank-yous
  • Holidays
  • Memorial gifts

 

A gift that gives back to nature.

Available in customisable amounts and styles.

What’s included:

  • A personalised digital or printed gift voucher
  • A message from you to the recipient
  • Details about how the gift supports wildlife rescue and care
  • Optional: Sponsorship certificate (if part of the gift)

Voucher Options:

  • Choose any amount
  • Can be used toward animal sponsorships or general support
  • Valid for 12 months from date of issue
  • Customisable for birthdays, anniversaries, memorials, or other occasions

Delivery Options:

  • Emailed directly to you or the recipient
  • Printed version available on request

How to Purchase:

  • Order online via our website
  • Contact us directly at info@freewildlife.co.za or +27(0)76 059 3211
  • Payment via EFT, card, or SnapScan

Note: Vouchers are not redeemable for cash and are non-refundable.

Woolworths MyDifference

Get back … give back

Support us while you shop with Wooworths MyDifference.

  • Download the new Woolworths app

  • Register for the MyDifference programme

  • Navigate to Loyalty, Causes, Environment, Friends of Free Wildlife

  • All set – you will make a tangible positive impact on our cause by simply shopping at Woolworths

Easy ways to donate

Donate via EFT:

If you would like to support our work please consider making a donation to:

Friends of Free Wildlife
Nedbank
Branch: Nicolway
Branch Code: 198742
Account: Current                                                     
Account no: 1135 622 957
SWIFT code: NEDSZAJJ

We encourage sponsorships of cages and materials needed to accommodate and rehabilitate our patients.

Donate with Snapscan: