Every year thousands of native animals in Victoria become sick, injured or orphaned, often as a direct result of human activity. If left unassisted, these animals may suffer and die in pain or of starvation.

Our Wildlife Emergency Response Service receives notifications from members of the public via our emergency phone and online reporting system.  We receive about 80,000 requests for help a year and help over 50,000 animals. When a member of the public contacts us about a sick, injured or orphaned animal, our Emergency Response Operators provide advice to help the caller manage the situation appropriately, and when necessary, arranges for a trained volunteer to attend. They also liaise with other organisations to ensure the best possible outcome for the animal.

Our wonderful WildFriend supporters give a set donation every month of the year so that our 'wild friends' in need can continue to be rescued and cared for. Your regular generous contributions enable us to make plans for the future and expand to meet the demands of wildlife in need.

The power of this gift is tremendous.

As a WildFriend you can make a real difference. In return we promise to stay in touch and keep you informed as to how your generosity is improving the lives of our wildlife; who so desperately need your help. At all times you retain control on both end date and any changes to your donation amount.

"By being a 'WildFriend' and making a regular donation to Wildlife Victoria, I know that I am really helping our native friends get back on their feet. My monthly contributions help the Wildlife Victoria team do what they do best and save our wildlife." Wildlife Victoria WildFriend

Your donation to Wildlife Victoria will contribute to:

• Keep our Wildlife Emergency Response Service operating 7 days a week
• Train and support more volunteer rescuers and transporters to attend wildlife emergencies around the state
• Educate the public on understanding and living more harmoniously with Australian wildlife