Mission

Founded in 1974, The WILD Foundation is the only international organization dedicated entirely and explicitly to wilderness protection around the world. WILD works to protect the planet's last wild places and the wildlife and people who depend upon them, because wilderness areas provide essential social, spiritual, biological and economic benefits. We believe that intact wilderness areas are an essential core element of a healthy modern society. With programs like the World Wilderness Congresses and the Wilderness Task Force bringing people together from every part of the planet and every walk of life, we gather their stories and information, we celebrate their successes, we provide them with tools and resources, and most importantly, we help channel their energy, passion, and creativity into new and more effective conservation.