OUR FOCUS
RESCUE
As an animal shelter and conservation center, we rescue unwanted and confiscated animals from illegal trade activities with the purpose of helping them thrive.
RESEARCH
Through taxonomy, including genetic, studies and conservation breeding, we create assurance colonies to help save endangered turtle and tortoise species from extinction.
REWILD
Our main objective is to contribute to the rewilding of the planet. We participate in reintroduction projects to repopulate the Earth with turtles from our breeding programs.
OUR IMPACT
our efforts are paying off.
SEE WHAT WE'VE ACCOMPLISHED SO FAR.
DONATE WITH CONFIDENCE
Turtle Island Financials
Turtle Island is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organisation and your donation is tax-deductible, governed by U.S. tax laws (Tax ID number: 83-1706767).
In Austria, donations to Turtle Island from companies (§ 4a para. 2 no. 3 EstG, NT3539) and private individuals are tax-deductible as business expenses or as part of the employee tax assessment.
Turtle Island has achieved the highest possible ratings on two prominent platforms: a 4-star rating on Charity Navigator and the Platinum Seal of Transparency on Candid GuideStar. This recognition underscores Turtle Island’s dedication to saving the world’s most endangered and overlooked turtle and tortoise species, all while maintaining transparency and accountability with its donors.
