Mission
The Saola Foundation is the only charity in the world devoted to saving the Saola from extinction. Established in 2017, the foundation works closely with various stakeholders to mobilize financial and technical resources necessary for the conservation of the Saola, an endangered species native to the Annamite Mountains of Lao PDR and Vietnam. The foundation aims to protect Saolas in the wild and improve the overall quality of forest and wildlife conservation in the region.
Basic Information
Founded in
2017
EIN
82-3731270
Total Assets
$302.7 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

The Search for Saola
Stay updated with the ongoing efforts to locate and save the last remaining Saolas in the wild.

Treasure Hunt Campaign
Join us in our efforts to gather support and discover our approach to saving wildlife.

Scent Detectives: Extraordinary Partners
Learn how trained detection dogs assist in the quest to find Saola in the wild of Laos.
Past Events
From Mount Everest to the Annamite Mountains: Applying molecular tools for wildlife conservation
March 2023
A presentation on applying molecular tools for wildlife conservation, presented by Dr. Tracie Seimon.
Large-antlered Muntjac, the species of my hope
October 2022
A talk focused on the Large-antlered Muntjac by Nguyễn Thị Ánh Minh, a Research Associate of the Saola Foundation.
Peoples of the Annamites: Multiple Versions of the Same Place
Date Unknown
An exploration of cultural diversity in the Annamite Mountains presented by James Chamberlain.
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
46
44
/100
Program Expense Ratio
82.07%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1249
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.6368
8
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 510.7K | 100.00% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 510.7K | 100.00% |
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