The Abraham Foundation

07/31/2026

Many of you will remember the incredible work of Wildlife Action Group Malawi during the rescue and care of orphaned baby elephant Mwayi.

Today, on World Ranger Day, we want to recognise the extraordinary commitment of WAG’s wildlife rangers, whose work often goes unseen but makes all the difference.

WAG’s dedicated wildlife rangers don’t just protect elephants. They safeguard an entire ecosystem, patrolling more than 50,000 hectares of protected forest, preventing poaching, supporting local communities, and ensuring wildlife can thrive.

Their impact speaks for itself:

🐘 Elephant numbers have recovered from just 65 to more than 300

🛡️ Nine consecutive years without a single elephant lost to poaching

🌿 A recovering forest that is once again full of life

This year’s Wildlife Ranger Challenge comes at a critical time. Rising operating costs mean WAG needs our support simply to continue the extraordinary work they do every day.

Every donation will be matched up to $50,000 to help keep rangers in the field, wildlife safe, and hope alive.

🔗 Donate today - https://bit.ly/3T5eFhC

07/31/2026

"Often, I feel that elephants give us far more than we could ever give them. They teach us about compassion, honesty, loyalty, and the quiet beauty of living together with respect for one another.

There is no place on Earth where I feel more at peace than sitting among an elephant family, listening to their gentle breathing, feeling the touch of their trunks, and the reassuring warmth of a foot resting beside me in trust.

These moments are among the greatest blessings of my life." — Lek Chailert

The greatest lessons often come from those who cannot speak. At Trunks Up | Abraham Foundation, we are proud to be advocates for the voiceless. 🌏

07/08/2026

A hopeful step forward for captive elephants in Nepal🇳🇵🐘

We are pleased to see our conservation partner, Lek Chailert, founder of Save Elephant Foundation, meet with Nepal’s Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Development and Minister of Forests and Environment, together with Nepal’s Ambassador to Thailand, to discuss the future of elephant welfare in Nepal.

The meeting focused on advancing compassionate, welfare-first approaches to elephant care, strengthening elephant conservation centers, and sharing the expertise developed through decades of ethical elephant management. It is encouraging to see growing interest in developing higher welfare standards that place the wellbeing of elephants at the heart of every decision.

As a proud partner of Save Elephant Foundation, Trunks Up supports collaboration, knowledge sharing, and initiatives that drive meaningful improvements in elephant welfare across Asia.

Meaningful, lasting progress is achieved when governments, conservation organizations, and animal welfare leaders work together. We are encouraged by this important dialogue and look forward to seeing the positive impact it could have for elephants in Nepal.

07/08/2026

KhamSuk enjoys her very first swim at Elephant Sanctuary Laos. ❤️🐘

After her long rescue journey yesterday, this morning KhamSuk stepped into the Nam Houng River for a peaceful, unhurried swim.

For the first time in her life, she was able to splash, play, and simply be an elephant - without a chain, without a bullhook, and without anyone controlling her every move. She chose where to go, how long to stay, and how to enjoy the cool water.

Watching KhamSuk discover the simple joy of freedom is deeply moving. Her happiness shines through with every splash!

07/02/2026

📣Trunks Up reporting from the ground in Laos 🇱🇦… Tomorrow, KhamSuk’s New Life Begins! 🐘❤️

After months of waiting and navigating countless formalities, we are overjoyed to share that KhamSuk’s rescue begins tomorrow.

We are honored to be alongside Lek Chailert and the Save Elephant Foundation team as we break KhamSuk’s chains and she begins her journey to a new life at Elephant Sanctuary Laos where she will never be ridden again.

We’ll be sharing updates throughout the rescue, so be sure to follow along as this incredible journey unfolds in real time.

This moment belongs to all of you.

THANK YOU to everyone who supported our campaign to free KhamSuk from a life in chains. Your compassion, generosity, and belief in her future made this rescue possible.

Stay tuned… tomorrow, KhamSuk’s journey to freedom begins. 🚛🐘🌿❤️

06/22/2026

Earlier this year, many of you followed the story of baby elephant Mwayi, who suddenly came into the care of the Wildlife Action Group (WAG) team after being rescued. She was given every chance during her treatment and rehabilitation, but despite all efforts, she developed a serious infection and passed away. It was a heartbreaking loss for everyone involved and a reminder of how fragile rescue cases can be.

Today, we share another story from WAG, one that brings hope.

In 2016, the ranger team first came across a young elephant calf they named Little Sergeant. He was less than a year old and had already lost half his trunk, a life threatening injury to face in the wild. No one was sure he would survive.

Then in 2019, he was seen again. Still there. Still going. Against the odds.

After that, he disappeared back into the protected forest reserve.

Years later, he has appeared again on camera trap footage.

Little Sergeant is alive. He is now around 10 years old, and from what we can see he is doing well, strong, confident, and even seen play fighting with another elephant. It is a small moment, but one that says a lot.

From a calf WAG feared they had lost, to a thriving young bull still making his way in the wild, his story demonstrates why this work matters, even when the outcomes are not always what we hope for.

Two very different stories. Both are reminders of why conservation work matters so deeply. Even in heartbreak, there is still hope.

06/22/2026

Help Us Protect Monkeys in Desperate Need! 🐒

Only 12% of our $20,000 matching campaign has been unlocked for trafficked monkeys in Laos. Help us keep the momentum going!

Let’s support Lek Chailert in creating a permanent sanctuary for more than 1,200 monkeys rescued from a suspected wildlife trafficking operation.

Among them are mothers with babies, pregnant females, elderly monkeys, and young animals who have already endured tremendous trauma.

Together, we can give these monkeys a future free from fear, suffering, and exploitation.

Please donate today through the link below ⬇️, every donation will be doubled while matching funds remain available!

♥️ Donate : https://bit.ly/4dQ67BS

06/11/2026

We are standing with our partners at Wildlife Action Group Malawi in calling for urgent action and accountability.

A petition is now asking authorities to prevent the withdrawal of charges against Lin Yun Hua, who was previously convicted and sentenced in Malawi to 14 years in prison for serious wildlife crime offenses. Despite this conviction, there are now moves being considered that could see her pardoned after serving just 4 years of her sentence, raising major concerns for justice and wildlife protection efforts.

This case is about more than one individual, it’s about ensuring that convictions for serious wildlife crimes are upheld, and that penalties reflect the gravity of the harm caused.

➡️ Please sign and share the petition:
https://www.change.org/p/prevent-withdrawal-of-charges-against-lin-yun-hua

Every signature helps protect wildlife and strengthen justice. 🤝

Prevent withdrawal of charges against Lin Yun Hua

06/05/2026

This World Environment Day, we have an opportunity to change the future for more than 1,200 monkeys in Laos. 🌏🐒

We’re excited to announce a $20,000 MATCHING OPPORTUNITY to help build a protected forest sanctuary for these vulnerable animals!

A special thank you to Jane and Mark Garrison and anonymous donors for their generous contributions in providing this matching fund and helping launch this critical effort.

For every dollar donated, YOUR IMPACT will be DOUBLED, up to $20,000!

World Environment Day reminds us that protecting our planet means protecting the animals who call it home. Together, we can help create a future free from trafficking, exploitation, and fear.

Please donate today.

🔗 Visit the link to donate : https://bit.ly/4dQ67BS

06/04/2026

🐒 An Urgent Call for 1,200 Monkeys in Laos

More than 1,200 monkeys are in urgent need of protection after being intercepted from a suspected wildlife trafficking operation in Laos.

Among them are mothers clutching their babies, pregnant females, and elderly monkeys, all of whom have already endured unimaginable hardship.

Our partner, Lek Chailert, has secured a new agreement with the Lao government authorizing Save Elephant Foundation to assist in their rescue and establish a protected forest sanctuary where these monkeys can finally live free from trafficking and exploitation.

This is an enormous undertaking and we are here to help!

Providing shelter, veterinary care, food, and long-term protection for more than 1,200 animals will require significant resources and community support.

🤝 Please donate today through the link below. Your support will help provide immediate care, safety, and a future for these remarkable animals.

➡️ https://bit.ly/4dQ67BS ⬅️

Together, we can turn a story of suffering into one of hope.