Donations
Donating to a wildlife rescue supports efforts to minimize human impact on our wildlife. You are assisting injured and/or orphaned wildlife to recuperate/mature and returning to their life in the wild.
How You Can Help!
As a NLWS Donor you are the one that is making miracles happen. Each gift no matter how big or small will strengthen our ability to care for wildlife in need. All of us at NLWS thank you for your generosity!
Donation Information
We are a registered charity # BN: 879681518RR0001
Cheque or Money Order
Please send cheques or money orders made out to NLWS to the following address:
NLWS,
17366 Telkwa High Rd,
Smithers BC,
V0J2N7
E-Transfer
If you prefer e-transfer use info@wildlifeshelter.com and bears as password. If you choose this option, please also email us your address so we can mail you a tax receipt.
For an immediate tax receipt use our online option here.
Single Donation Gift
Your monthly donation supports our Rescue and Release mission, giving us steady funding for wildlife care.
Legacy Gifts
Investing in the future of BC's wildlife starts with a legacy gift in your will or estate planning today.
Tribute Trees
Honour or remember a loved one with a tree that gives shade, comfort and habitat to wildlife in our care.
Security Gifts
Donating securities or mutual funds brings tax advantages while supporting wildlife care and conservation.
Life Insurance
Protect BC's wildlife for generations to come by naming NLWS as beneficiary on your life insurance policy.
Join our Newsletter
Sign up to stay updated on conservation efforts, events, and ways to get involved in supporting wildlife.
Our Promise To You
NLWS is committed to reduce the human footprint on our wildlife.
We Promise our donors...
- To keep you informed how NLWS is using donated resources and of our capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purpose.
- To have access to the organizations most recent financial statements.
- To be assured your gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
- To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition (publicly only by request).
- To expect that relationships with individuals representing NLWS will be professional in nature.
- To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.
- To expect that NLWS is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors.
A general donation supports our programs and will be used wherever the need is greatest. It is not a membership. Becoming a donor of NLWS has many benefits, including:
- Opportunity to receive 3-4 mailings a year which focus on the lives
rescued with your support, informing you about the issue that need to be
overcome to implement long-term solutions. - Invitations to our online and local events.
- Pride in knowing that you are part of a committed and energetic citizen’s movement in Canada, all sharing in the common quest to provide help for wildlife in need.
- Access to regular updates on our website, Facebook and other Social media venues.
What your gift actually pays for
Every animal we take in eats, needs shelter, and often needs a vet. Here is what that costs.
$20
Formula for one orphaned fawn
$50
Feeds a bear cub for a week
$200
Medical care for an injured intake
$500
A cub's full season through to release
Every dollar, accounted for
86¢ of every dollar goes directly to animal care.
Review annual report to figures from our most recent audited financial statements.
72%
Animal care
Food, formula, veterinary, keepers
14%
Enclosures & transport
Fencing, repairs, fuel, release runs
9%
Research & monitoring
Post-release tracking since 2023
5%
Administration
Insurance, accounting, fundraising
Your Donations Save Lives!
Your donation saves Lives Donating to Northern Lights Wildlife Shelter saves wildlife by providing crucial resources for their care, such as food, shelter, and medical treatment. The shelter rescues and re-wilds injured or orphaned wildlife, giving them a second chance at life. Your donation can directly contribute to the well-being and survival of these vulnerable species.
