Partnerships
Conservation doesn’t happen in isolation. It takes us all to save gorillas. From individuals to corporations, we can all do our part. See how your organization can make an impact for gorillas.
Corporate Partnerships
Our partners are organizations with aligned missions to the Fossey Fund, offering crucial annual funding to bolster diverse programs advancing the mission of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
Foundations & Grants
Empower groundbreaking research and conservation efforts that safeguard the future of gorillas and their habitats through the transformative impact of annual or multi-year grants.
Gorilla
Council
The Gorilla Council is a membership program the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund created to provide zoos with meaningful ways to become involved in gorilla conservation.
Event Sponsorship
Partner with the Fossey Fund to sponsor our quarterly events, where donors, organizations, and individuals unite to support wild gorilla conservation in Rwanda and the DRC.
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Platinum Level

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Bronze Level
In-Kind Contributions
Partner with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Join us in saving gorillas and their critical habitats through a meaningful corporate partnership. By aligning with the Fossey Fund, your company will:
- Receive exclusive benefits such as expedited entry to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus, VIP tours, and use of our logo.
- Gain visibility through our digital platforms, website, and social media.
- Showcase your commitment to conservation while inspiring customers and employees.
Together, we can create a lasting impact for wildlife and communities. Learn more about partnering with us today!
Interested in partnering? Contact Megan Golder
Preferred Travel Partnerships
Preferred travel partners of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund receive exclusive benefits, including priority access to the campus as well as marketing and promotional opportunities to the Fossey Fund’s more than 1 million followers on social media and direct supporters.
To become a preferred travel partner of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, an annual donation of $15,000 is required as well as a signed partnership agreement.
For more information on how to become a preferred travel partner, please contact Megan Golder
Our Preferred Travel Partners

Extraordinary Journeys
Luxury Travel for the Wild at Heart
Extraordinary Journeys, founded in 2008, believes that travel, when done right, has the power to be a transformative force for good. With roots dating back over 50 years in East Africa, this family-owned company maintains a deep connection to the continent. Established by a passionate mother-daughter team and operated by an all-female staff, Extraordinary Journeys sets itself apart with a commitment to ensuring that each client’s journey not only enriches their own life but also has a positive impact on the destinations they visit.
Specializing in sustainable luxury travel, Extraordinary Journeys offers elevated wildlife encounters, immersive cultural experiences, community-centered projects, distinctive culinary adventures, and active and off-the-beaten-path explorations. In Rwanda, the on-the-ground team arranges experiences such as personally guided, multi-day treks in Nyungwe Forest National Park, exclusive access to experiences and conservation professionals in Volcanoes National Park, and curated culinary and fashion tours led by the country’s top chefs and designers. Extraordinary Journeys provides insights on the best places to stay, eat, drink, and explore, fostering meaningful connections with the people, culture, wildlife, and landscapes of Rwanda. We also curate trips to other parts of East Africa, including Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya.
Their dedicated team believes in ever-so-gently encouraging clients to venture just a step outside their comfort zone—because that’s where the magic happens.
Contact Extraordinary Journeys
Gorilla Council for Conservation Action
The Gorilla Council is a membership program of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund created to provide zoos with meaningful ways to become involved in gorilla conservation. By becoming a Gorilla Council member, your institution will be involved in:
- Protecting gorillas and the region’s biodiversity
- Advancing research and education on gorillas
- Training future conservation leaders
- Empowering local communities to safeguard gorilla habitats
Membership Benefits
$10,000+
Giving Level
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Logo featured on digital signage at the Ellen Campus
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Logo on Fossey Fund Website
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Quarterly e-version of Gorilla Journal
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Invitation to Fossey Fund Webinars
$2,500-$9,999
Giving Level
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Name listing on website
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Quarterly e-version of Gorilla Journal
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Invitation to Fossey Fund Webinars
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2022-2023 Council Members
Buffalo
Zoo
Dickerson
Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo
Little Rock Zoo
Milwaukee
County Zoo
Become a Partner
Contact us for more information about becoming a partner.