Cheetah Conservation Fund - CCF UK

Cheetah Conservation Fund - CCF UK Based in the UK, we raise funds and awareness to support our colleagues in Somaliland & Namibia CCF is dedicated to saving the cheetah in the wild.

Founded in Namibia in 1990, Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) is the global leader in research and conservation of cheetahs. The vast majority of wild cheetahs are outside protected areas, in areas populated by humans. Saving this magnificent animal from extinction requires innovative conservation methods that address the welfare of both cheetah and human populations over large landscapes. CCF has developed a set of integrated programs that work together to achieve this objective. CCF’s programs have effectively stabilized and even increased the wild cheetah population in Namibia.Cheetah Conservation Fund has the ability to save the cheetah from extinction, definitively. This goal is within our power to achieve. Will you help us? A country that formerly exterminated cheetahs, Namibia now proudly calls itself The Cheetah Capitol of the World and has become the leader in wildlife conservation among African nations. But to ensure long-term survival, CCF must parlay our success in Namibia into greater success by extending our reach into other cheetah range countries. We must exponentially increase our capacity to educate, train and intervene in all territories where cheetahs are found if there is any hope for a future for them. Time is not on our side. We need to scale up now. The Cheetah Conservation Fund UK is a UK registered charity (number 1079874). It holds events to raise awareness of the plight of the cheetah, and raises money which goes directly to support the work of CCF Headquarters in Namibia.

Some of your favourite photos of our cheetahs, our team and our conservation work may have been taken by the same person...
15/09/2026

Some of your favourite photos of our cheetahs, our team and our conservation work may have been taken by the same person. Ready to know who it is? 👀🐆

Meet Dearbhaile, our Photographer of the Month! 📸

A wildlife photographer, animal behaviour enthusiast and passionate traveller, Dearbhaile has visited CCF Namibia many times, capturing the beauty of our resident cheetahs and documenting the people and work behind cheetah conservation.

Her connection with CCF began when she came to Namibia to study the behaviour of our resident cheetahs as part of her Master’s in Animal Behaviour. Since then, she has returned time and time again, working with our social media team and telling the stories of conservation through her lens.

From cheetah releases and game counts to the everyday work of our keepers and conservation teams, Dearbhaile’s photographs give us a glimpse into the many sides of protecting this incredible species.

We’re so excited to share more of her work during this week!

Non-releasable cheetahs still need plenty of exercise to stay physically and mentally healthy. That’s why, at CCF, we re...
14/09/2026

Non-releasable cheetahs still need plenty of exercise to stay physically and mentally healthy. That’s why, at CCF, we regularly run them using a mechanical lure system.

And they absolutely love it! 🐆

Just look at these photos of our cheetahs having fun and showing off their speed.

14/09/2026

Meet Rocket – our Cheetah of Month! Rocket was rescued in 2019, after being orphaned as a result of human-wildlife conflict. He was only a few weeks old when he arrived at Cheetah Conservation Fund’s (CCF) Centre in Namibia for care and rehabilitation, and could not be returned to the wild.

As a young cat, Rocket was introduced to another orphaned cheetah named Hans. Just a few months apart in age, the two cats formed an extremely close bond, and we often observed together (and staff observed, the two would even cry when separated for feedings or medical care). In the wild, male cheetah siblings often stick together for life, remaining in groups called coalitions. For cheetahs, these sibling coalitions offer strength in numbers, providing extra protection from threats and boosting hunting success. Rocket and Hans lived together for more than four years, until Hans passed away suddenly in 2025.

The loss of Hans had a big impact on Rocket. The team in Namibia tried to find a new companion for Rocket, and gradually introduced him to some of the other resident male cheetahs. However, there was no connection - until Rocket met Aurora. A senior female cheetah (now nearly 14-years-old), Aurora lost her best friend Rainbow just a few weeks before Hans passed away. After being introduced to Rocket, the two cats have formed a very special bond. Now, Rocket and Aurora live together in a large enclosure with two other females, and the cats are often observed together.

Learn more about Rocket: 🔗cheetah.org/uk/2026/09/09/cheetah-of-the-month-meet-rocket/

Want to sponsor Rocket? 🔗cheetah.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/sponsor/

That’s Aurora. And that’s Rocket. 🐆❤️Two cheetahs who both lost their closest companions, and unexpectedly found each ot...
11/09/2026

That’s Aurora. And that’s Rocket. 🐆❤️

Two cheetahs who both lost their closest companions, and unexpectedly found each other.

Rocket lost his lifelong companion, Hans, in 2025. Aurora had also lost her best friend, Rainbow, the year before. After trying to introduce Rocket to other cheetahs, the CCF team noticed something different when he met Aurora.

Today, the two share an enclosure with two other female cheetahs and are often seen spending time together.

Curious to learn more about them? Read the full story of Rocket and Aurora on our website: https://cheetah.org/uk/2026/09/09/cheetah-of-the-month-meet-rocket/

Dr. Laurie Marker recently travelled to Somaliland to check in on our team, our resident cheetahs and the three tiny cub...
07/09/2026

Dr. Laurie Marker recently travelled to Somaliland to check in on our team, our resident cheetahs and the three tiny cubs rescued from the illegal wildlife trade last month.

During her visit, she took photos of the new cubs in the care of our team. When they arrived, they were extremely fragile, weighing less than 500g. Today, they weigh a bit more than 1kg and are healthy, growing stronger every day.

For now, the cubs are staying in our nursery area, where they can receive the care they need. As they grow, they will gradually move into larger enclosures as part of their rehabilitation.

Our oldest resident cheetahs in Somaliland are thriving too, and it was wonderful for Dr Laurie to see them looking healthy and strong.

None of this work would be possible without your support. Your donations help us provide daily care for rescued cheetahs, maintain their enclosures, support our team and continue the conservation work needed to protect cheetahs.

If you would like to help, you can donate to our campaign with the Big Give, where your donation will be doubled: https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS00000Ga3e5YAB

What could the price of your monthly coffee do for cheetahs? 🐆A monthly donation, no matter the amount, can help support...
03/09/2026

What could the price of your monthly coffee do for cheetahs? 🐆

A monthly donation, no matter the amount, can help support the work needed to keep cheetahs in the wild.

Your regular support helps CCF plan conservation programmes for the future, respond when cheetahs need urgent help, invest in research, support farming communities, and continue education and outreach programmes.

And right now, your support can go even further.

For the next 25 days, every new monthly donation made to CCF UK through the Big Give will be matched for the first three months, while match funding lasts. That means your first three monthly donations can have twice the impact.

Whether you can give £5, £10 or more each month, every donation makes a difference. Ready to make your monthly support count?

Donate now through our Big Give page: https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS00000Ga3e5YAB

Have you ever thought about seeing a cheetah release? 🐆Well, a few of our visitors were lucky enough to see Astrid and h...
12/08/2026

Have you ever thought about seeing a cheetah release? 🐆

Well, a few of our visitors were lucky enough to see Astrid and her cubs being released!

CCF had the job of reuniting the family, since it's very important for cubs under sixteen months old to stay with their mother. Our team cared for them before releasing them two weeks later.

Visitors to CCF frequently have the chance to witness our work up close — and sometimes, they're lucky enough to see a release for themselves.

If you'd like the chance to see our resident cheetahs, meet our livestock guardian dogs, or perhaps even meet Dr. Laurie Marker when she's in Namibia, you should come and visit us.

You can book a day visit or stay with us for a couple of days, for one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Click the link below to see all the activities you can get involved in with us!

🔗 https://cheetah.org/cheetah-ecolodge/overnight-booking

11/08/2026

Happy birthday to two very special cheetahs! 🐆🎂

Tiger and Peter have been part of my life for the past 16 years, and I still remember the day they arrived at CCF.

Every cheetah is special to me, and every one has a story. Peter and Tigerlily came to CCF when they were only a few weeks old in 2010. It is hard to believe how many years have passed!

Our cheetah keepers prepared a frozen birthday treat made with mince and chicken, and as you can see, Peter and Tigerlily were very excited about their special surprise! 😄

Celebrating them is important to me because caring for these cheetahs and giving them the best possible lives is a responsibility we take very seriously.

If you are visiting Namibia, come and meet some of our resident cheetahs and learn more about the work we do.

Happy birthday, Peter and Tigerlily! ❤️🐆

09/08/2026

Last day at for the , and our team is still here! 👀

We asked our (very Gen X) Director of Development, , to explain our new CCF lottery using Gen Z slang… and honestly? He kind of nailed it. 😂💅🏼

For just £10 a month, you’ll be helping CCF rescue and rehabilitate cheetahs, and as a thank you, you’re entered for a chance to win prizes too, plus a free Gourmet Society membership.

Not able to join us at the festival today? No worries, the link to sign up is in our bio. 🐆

🔞 18+. T&Cs apply.

08/08/2026

While the CCF UK team is at for Big Cat Fest, we’re also celebrating International Cat Day! 🐆💛

To mark the occasion, we asked Willow’s best friend (well... we think he’s her best friend, we’re not sure she’d agree 😄), Ricky Reino, to share three fun facts about her.

There’s no one better for the job! Ricky has been caring for Willow for many years and knows her better than almost anyone.

If you haven’t met Willow yet, she’s a very special cheetah who lives at The Big Cat Sanctuary. With her incredible story, unique personality, and unmistakable purrs, she’s captured the hearts of everyone who meets her.

Now we want to know... have you ever met Willow in person? 👀💛

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