For those of us who grew up in Western nations, we often forget that places across the globe have a completely different everyday relationship with wildlife. While you might worry about deer or rabbits eating your landscaping, subsistence farmers across Asia stay up nights fearful of elephants destroying their entire crop. Schoolchildren may be fearful of walking to school because elephants migrate across their path. Families have sleepless nights worried if wild elephants will break through the walls of their homes.

Learn more about how IEF supports work to calm these fears in Sumatra in our blog, Elephants Helping Elephants, here.

Did you know that August is National Make-A-Will Month? This makes it the perfect time to discuss the benefits of estate planning for you, your loved ones, and the causes you care about.

There are many ways to support elephants, including gifts of stock, directing your Donor AdvisedFunds, and leaving a legacy in your will. Giving in these ways can help with next year’s taxes while making a bigger impact protecting the elephants we love. We’re always here to help guide you through the process.