South Florida Wildlife Center Relocates to Larger Facility

South Florida Wildlife Center's Mission

• 💡 The South Florida Wildlife Center is the only nonprofit organization in Broward County dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing native animals.
• 🎯 They handle over 8,000 animals annually, with more than 400 currently on-site, representing approximately 200 different species.
• 🏥 The center operates as one of the busiest animal hospitals in Florida, providing care for a wide range of creatures.

Current Facility Challenges

• ⚠️ The current facility, located on 4 acres for 56 years, has become too small to accommodate the growing number of animals and operations.
• 💔 Sadly, 90% of the animals admitted are due to human-related causes, making people the biggest predators.
• 🍼 Over half of the animals received are orphans, requiring extensive care and feeding by staff and volunteers.

Future Plans and Relocation

• 🚀 The center is planning a move to a much larger, 8-acre facility in Southwest Ranches.
• 🏗️ The new location will feature a new wildlife hospital, educational spaces, and significantly larger habitats.
• 🌟 This expansion aims to improve the capacity to house and care for harmed animals, aiding their recovery and return to the wild.

Support and Donations

• 💰 The ambitious move and buildout are estimated to cost between $10 to $20 million over the next few years.
• 🤝 Donations are crucial to help the South Florida Wildlife Center continue its life-saving efforts and establish its new, expanded facility.
• 💻 Information on how to donate can be found on the South Florida Wildlife Center website, linked via the Local 10 website.