Wildlife Information Rescue And Education Service Limited
About
Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) is Australia's largest wildlife rescue organisation, dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing sick, injured, and orphaned native animals. Beyond direct rescue efforts, WIRES also supports other wildlife carers and groups through grants and resources, actively contributing to the protection and preservation of Australian wildlife.
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should clearly demonstrate how their project or needs directly contribute to the rescue, rehabilitation, or conservation of native Australian wildlife. Show a clear budget, measurable outcomes, and alignment with WIRES' mission. Collaboration with existing wildlife networks or demonstrating a significant gap in current services will be beneficial. Note that grants are available for both organisations and individual carers, with different funding caps.
Giving Philosophy
WIRES' giving philosophy is centered on fostering a national network of skilled wildlife rescuers and organisations. They provide grants and support to enhance the capacity for wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation across Australia, believing that collaborative efforts are crucial for the long-term survival of native animal populations.
Notable Grants
Giving History
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $2.8M | $9.6M | $80.2M | $77.4M |
| FY2022 | $4.1M | $8.5M | $87.5M | $84.4M |
| FY2021 | $266 | $19.5M | $94.7M | $91.6M |
| FY2020 | $5.7M | $100.9M | $93.4M | $92.1M |
| FY2019 | — | $3.4M | $2.8M | $2.6M |
| FY2018 | — | $3.2M | $2.7M | $2.5M |
| FY2017 | — | $2.6M | $2.1M | $2.0M |
| 7yr total | $12.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs (from website)
Wildlife Rescue & Conservation Grants
Provides funding to organisations (up to $150,000) and individual wildlife carers (up to $3,000) across Australia for equipment, infrastructure, training, and projects that improve rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation outcomes for native Australian animals.