We are delighted to announce that The Association of Animal Artists (AAA) has raised a fantastic £5,500 for Wild Welfare during 2025. We are incredibly grateful to The AAA for choosing us as their ‘Charity of the Year’ over the past twelve months. This year has been an extraordinary journey of collaboration, with the passion and creativity displayed by AAA members directly translating into this phenomenal grand total which will help improve the lives of countless captive wild animals across the globe.
The AAA is renowned for fostering artists who beautifully capture the animal world through their incredible art. Members clearly express their passion for wildlife in every piece they create.
“AAA members have a valuable role in not only supporting these charities, but in giving voice to the issues they promote, raising public awareness and helping to celebrate and also preserve the animal kingdom that inspires our art,” highlighted former Association Chair, Julie Cross.
The funds raised through numerous AAA initiatives this year have been vital in supporting our global welfare projects, helping animals in zoos, aquariums, rescue centres and sanctuaries all across the globe. Donations allow us to invest in support, training, and welfare improvements that have the power to transform the lives of thousands of captive wild animals in need.
In August, Wild Welfare ambassador, award-winning artist and current AAA Chair, Megan Elizabeth, launched the association’s 2025 annual charity auction. Members submitted smaller artworks for the online public auction, which has become one of their most successful fundraising events to date. Megan commented, “This year’s selection of art was bigger and better than ever before.” The auction went on to raise a record £3,595, made possible by the generous donation of almost 100 original pieces of art donated by their talented members.
Wild Welfare Director, Simon Marsh, shared his gratitude and thanks to the association members. “The funds raised from this auction will go on to directly support our hands-on field work, helping us to deliver essential training for caregiving staff, ensuring animals receive the best husbandry and welfare outcomes, including the provision of appropriate diets and stimulating living environments. This collaboration truly embodies our shared commitment to a more compassionate future for captive wildlife.”
AAA’s incredible support continued in September with their Autumn Exhibition in Richmond, UK. The event offered another fantastic opportunity for the public to view and purchase beautiful artwork while contributing to our mission.
With all events combined, the Association of Animal Artists’ fundraising activities throughout 2025 resulted in an exceptional donation of £5,500.
“We are so incredibly grateful for the amazing fundraising efforts of the Association of Animal Artists throughout 2025.” said Wild Welfare Fundraising Manager, Victoria Fanthorpe. “Their impact will continue to have a positive effect on our projects into the future.”
To The Association of Animal Artists: your commitment, artistry, and generosity have made such a significant difference to our work this year. Every brushstroke and sculpture sold enables us to move a step closer to a world where every captive wild animal can thrive and live a good life.
From all of us at Wild Welfare, thank you for being a champion for compassionate wild animal care and for sharing our vision.
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Wild Welfare is a global organisation committed to improving animal welfare for captive wild animals. By uniting the world’s leading zoos, zoo associations and animal welfare organisations, we build trusting partnerships that help provide long-term solutions to critical wild animal welfare issues.
Our vision is to end the suffering of captive wild animals around the world and ensure full and sustainable protection is given to all animals in human care. Find out more at wildwelfare.org. Registered charity in England (no.1165941).
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