Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF)

Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) Founded in 1990 by .LaurieMarker. Please donate today to help CCF Save the Cheetah in the Wild. Much of our groundbreaking work depends on donations.

CCF's mission is to be the internationally recognized centre of excellence in the conservation of cheetahs and their ecosystems. Our web site, www.cheetah.org is a great resource for information on the cheetah. You can visit CCF in Namibia, volunteer to help us save the cheetah, and learn how you can help in your own area locally. To help, please visit our web site to Donate.

Beautiful portraits of some of the cats at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland (CCF Cheetah ...
12/06/2026

Beautiful portraits of some of the cats at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland (CCF Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre Somaliland conservation programs).

Since 2023, the CRCC has been the primary intake point for cheetahs rescued from the illegal wildlife trade. Today, the CRCC rehabilitates cats of all ages, from young cubs to seniors.

Want to learn more? Visit http://cheetah.org

10/06/2026

Dr. Laurie Marker is participating in the Cheetah Fit Challenge while on the go in South Africa! She even convinced Tess to join her for a walk in a beautiful spot!

Want to follow Dr. Marker's efforts, or support her Cheetah Fit team?
✨Visit https://secure.qgiv.com/event/cheetahfit/account/2370237/

What are you doing for the Cheetah Fit Challenge? Are you running, biking, paddling, or walking your dog? Let us know! And, don't forget to join our CCF CheetahFit Facebook Group!

The Cheetah Fit Challenge runs until June 15! But, there's still time to join the virtual fitness challenge, or to support the participants! 🥇To learn more, visit cheetah.org/events/cheetah-fit-challenge-2026

08/06/2026

During the winter months in Namibia, we make sure the resident cheetahs have some extra warm beds to sleep in at night! Especially our two oldest cats, Peter and Tigerlily. Orphaned as young cubs, these siblings were rescued back in 2010 - and are now almost 16! We have insulated their houses a bit more and they are thoroughly taking advantage of it, all snuggled up in the hay bed!

Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org

We’ve got exciting news to share! The RETURN OF THE CHEETAH documentary series, produced by Discovery in partnership wit...
06/06/2026

We’ve got exciting news to share! The RETURN OF THE CHEETAH documentary series, produced by Discovery in partnership with Jetour Auto, has been recognized with FIVE international film awards - including a prestigious Golden Tower from the New York Festivals TV & Film Awards and a Gold Tell Award for the Best Short Form Documentary.

The two-part series follows internationally renowned naturalist and host Hazen Audel as he travels to Cheetah Conservation Fund’s (CCF) field centres in Namibia and Somaliland to witness firsthand the integrated conservation strategies that are changing the future for cheetahs in the wild.

The original film, RETURN OF THE CHEETAH, premiered on Discovery Channel on International Cheetah Day (December 4) in 2024, and follows Dr. Laurie Marker and the CCF team as they rehabilitate and release a cheetah named Jet back into the wild in Namibia. The sequel, RETURN OF THE CHEETAH: HORN OF AFRICA premiered globally on Discovery Channel in December 2025. The second installment in the series focuses on the impact of the illegal wildlife trade, following Dr. Marker and the CCF team in Somaliland as they rescue and care for cubs confiscated from wildlife traffickers. The feature highlights the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland, the largest facility of its kind in the world.

To learn more about the documentary series, check out our new blog!
➡cheetah.org/ccf-blog/success-stories/return-of-the-cheetah-documentary-series-earns-five-international-film-awards/

RETURN OF THE CHEETAH: HORN OF AFRICA (Part 2) is available to watch on our website at cheetah.org/videos/return-of-the-cheetah-2.

You can also hear Hazen Audel talk about making the film in this Conservation Conversations interview on Cheetah TV: youtube.com/watch?v=2lsHZ1I0feQ

On this , the message is simple: the time to act is now. 🌍Cheetahs and countless other species depend on a healthy plan...
05/06/2026

On this , the message is simple: the time to act is now. 🌍

Cheetahs and countless other species depend on a healthy planet to survive. The difference? We're the only ones responsible for destroying it – and the only ones who can fix it.

Climate change is reshaping the landscapes cheetahs call home, threatening their prey, their habitat, and their future. But it's not too late.

By supporting CCF, you're directly funding programmes that restore Namibian savannahs, protect vital ecosystems, and secure a future for cheetahs in Namibia and Somaliland.

Swipe to learn how climate change is affecting cheetahs – then visit the link below to donate or find out more. Every action counts. 🐆

🔗 https://cheetah.org/uk/2024/06/03/climate-change-impact-cheetah-populations/

At the end of May, Dr. Laurie Marker visited our Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland. In addit...
04/06/2026

At the end of May, Dr. Laurie Marker visited our Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre (CRCC) in Somaliland. In addition to spending time catching up with staff at the CRCC, and checking up on all the resident cheetahs, she also connected with our vital partners at the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
(Wasaaradda Deegaanka iyo Isbedelka Cimilada JSL).

One of highlights of this time in Somaliland was meeting the new Deputy Minister of the MoECC, Samsam Mohamed Salah. Joined by the field team from the CRCC, Dr. Marker met with MoECC leadership to discuss our continued outreach to the communities around Geed-Deeble, where our CRCC is located. Our country manager in Somaliland, Chris Wade and I, also updated MoECC leadership on our upcoming plans for the year, including expanding training and educational opportunities for communities around Geed-Deeble.

Established in 2024, the Geed-Deeble Conservancy spreads over 585 kilometers and encompasses 16 villages. The community-managed conservation area is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Since the CRCC opened in 2023, staff have observed and documented species including spotted hyenas, Hamadryas baboons, African golden wolves, and caracals.

We are so grateful for these impactful and ongoing partnerships in Somaliland as we jointly work to better understand and protect wild cheetah populations in the region and stop the illegal wildlife trade.

Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org

Happy Global Running Day! 🏃🏾‍♂️ Did you know, this month your regular runs can support the fastest land animals on the p...
03/06/2026

Happy Global Running Day! 🏃🏾‍♂️ Did you know, this month your regular runs can support the fastest land animals on the planet during the Cheetah Fit Challenge (June 1-15)?

During the virtual fitness challenge, you set your own goals – whether you want to log a few miles every day or just do one long run! There's still time to join - and every mile you run supports cheetah conservation! 🐾

Is your dog your favorite running buddy? 🐕‍🦺 We have a Pup Fit registration too (it’s free!) Your dog can even enter our Pup Fit Photo Contest! Just snap a picture of your dog being PUP FIT – whether it’s running, hiking, walking, playing frisbee, or anything you love to do! Post your picture to our CCF CheetahFit Group or send it to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Pup Fit Photo [your dog’s name]. Include your dog’s name and quick story about how they are helping to save cheetahs.

To learn more, visit cheetah.org/events/cheetah-fit-challenge-2026

03/06/2026

Meet Hoover (as introduced by Dr. Laurie Marker, founder and executive director of Cheetah Conservation Fund).

After being rescued from the illegal wildlife trade last August, Hoover is being rehabilitated at the Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre in Somaliland (CCF Cheetah Rescue and Conservation Centre Somaliland conservation programs).

Since 2023, the CRCC has been the primary intake point for cheetahs rescued from the illegal wildlife trade and cases of human-wildlife conflict.

Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org

Life is just better when you have your mom to hunt for you… 👀
01/06/2026

Life is just better when you have your mom to hunt for you… 👀

The Cheetah Fit Challenge begins today – but there’s still time to join! The virtual fitness challenge supporting cheeta...
01/06/2026

The Cheetah Fit Challenge begins today – but there’s still time to join! The virtual fitness challenge supporting cheetah conservation runs from JUNE 1-15!

During the challenge, you get to set your own fitness goal. You can also choose whatever you want to do to be active – whether you run, bike, swim, hike or walk your dog! Plus, you can choose whether you want to log a few miles every day during the challenge, or just do one long run, swim, hike or bike ride.

This year, we’ve also added a Pup Fit category too! Your dog can also enter our Pup Fit Photo Contest! Just snap a picture of your dog being PUP FIT – whether it’s running, hiking, walking, playing frisbee, or anything you love to do! Post your picture to our CHEETAH FIT CHALLENGE Facebook Group or send it to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Pup Fit Photo [your dog’s name]. Include your dog’s name and quick story about how they are helping to save cheetahs.

Want to learn more? Visit cheetah.org/events/cheetah-fit-challenge-2026

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