FOC was founded in 1982 to help prevent wildlife and habitat degredation in the Masai Mara - one of the most ecologically important regions of the world. Over the last 30 years we have become an organisation with a reputation as one of East Africa's leading conservation bodies and work alongside some of the most progressive minds in this arena.

At the beginning of the 1990s our activities expanded to cover projects around the world and we also included in our focus not only the wildlife, but also the local communities whose lives are inextricably entwined with the wildlife and habitats we are working to protect.

"Your support of Friends of Conservation's far-reaching work means that you will be playing a crucial role in the preservation of our most precious natural resources, many of which are disappearing at such an alarming rate. Your enthusiasm and assistance is enormously appreciated."

HRH Prince of Wales