Saving our native wildlife
For almost 40 years, Native Animal Rescue’s team of more than 200 volunteers has dedicated their time to supporting wildlife.
I don’t think people that buy a Lotto ticket understand how much it does for the community, it’s just amazing.
Kelli Ellemor
Native Animal Rescue CEO
The Malaga based group cares for around 3,000 native animals in need each year.
“We rehabilitate sick, injured, orphaned, and displaced native wildlife,” CEO of Native Animal Rescue Kelli Ellemor said.
A spike in the number of black cockatoos in need of care pushed the group close to capacity.
By playing Lotterywest games, you’ve helped provide a $143,897 grant to Native Animal Rescue. This support is providing equipment for a critical care unit, a new black cockatoo enclosure and software for research.
“I don’t think people that buy a Lotto ticket understand how much it does for the community, it’s just amazing,” Kelli said.
Thanks to you, in the 2020-21 financial year, $864.9 million was given to the WA community in grants and prizes. So thanks for making our great State, greater.
A$3,000
Towards equipment to support creative learning opportunities for the community in Collie.
A$22,709
Towards costs associated with Hearing Awareness Week 2019 which provides an opportunity to raise awareness regarding hearing loss and ear health across WA.
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Every year we give grants to Western Australian community organisations who provide services, support and inspiration to make this already great state, greater. If you think you’re one of those, click below to find out how to apply.