Audubon Nature Institute

Audubon Nature Institute’s mission comes to life through a deep and enduring commitment to conservation. At Audubon, we’re protecting and preserving the natural world for future generations. Across our family of parks and museums, Audubon serves as a vital environmental steward—advancing education, safeguarding wildlife, and driving meaningful conservation initiatives both locally and globally.

At the core of Audubon’s work is a dedication to protecting biodiversity and ensuring the survival of vulnerable species. Audubon currently cares for more than 500 endangered or threatened animals, providing expert care while supporting critical species recovery programs. Through strong global partnerships and on-the-ground conservation efforts, Audubon plays an active role in preventing extinction and restoring wildlife populations from African penguins to whooping cranes and so many more.

These efforts extend beyond animal care. Audubon’s conservation programs inspire action by empowering people to steward the environment. Each facility contributes its unique strengths to create a sustainable future where both people and wildlife can thrive.

This GiveNOLA Day, your support helps fuel these essential conservation efforts. By making a gift to Audubon, you are not only supporting your local parks and animals, but you are also contributing to a global movement to protect our planet. Your impact reaches far beyond today, helping to ensure that future generations can experience, learn from, and be inspired by the natural world.

Testimonials

“For a stranded animal, every moment matters. Your support helps our team respond quickly and deliver critical care when it’s needed most—making stranding response, rehabilitation, and release possible for sea turtles and marine mammals across Louisiana.”

— Dr. Logan McAllister, Associate Veterinarian, Audubon Aquarium Rescue

“Conservation projects across Audubon Nature Institute protect not only your Audubon animals, but also endangered species around the world. Dusky Gopher Frogs, Mississippi Sand Cranes, Mesophotic Coral, and so many others are the beneficiaries of the important conservation work you make possible. Please make a gift to Audubon this GiveNOLA Day so that we can continue this vital work.” 

— Steven Whitfield, PhD. Director of Terrestrial and Wetlands Conservation, Audubon Nature Institute

“Volunteering at the Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center has given me a front-row seat to what real conservation looks like. The care, expertise, and urgency it requires to protect vulnerable species and give them a fighting chance. Being part of that work has been incredibly meaningful. I hope you will join me in supporting Audubon this GiveNOLA Day.” 

— John Searles, Volunteer, Audubon Nature Institute