The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, and Education

10/18/2026

WORLD OKAPI DAY – OCTOBER 18!

The Forest's Hidden Treasure Needs Our Help!

Did you know the okapi looks like a cross between a zebra and a giraffe? Despite its striped legs, the okapi is actually the giraffe's closest living relative! 🦒

Found only in the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, these beautiful and mysterious animals are classified as Endangered, facing threats from habitat destruction, illegal mining, and poaching.

At The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, and Education, we believe every species deserves a future. Protecting wildlife starts with education, awareness, and taking action.

On this World Okapi Day, let's raise our voices for an animal that cannot speak for itself. Together, we can protect their rainforest home and ensure future generations have the opportunity to appreciate these extraordinary creatures.

Their Survival. Our Responsibility. Their Future.

BE THEIR VOICE!

10/16/2026

🌿🦒 NEW DATE! MORE EXCITEMENT! ONE UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT! 🐘🌎

A NIGHT FOR CONSERVATION IS GETTING EVEN BIGGER!

Great things take time, and we're making sure our very first gala is an unforgettable experience!

And guess what? We're using this extra time to bring you MORE excitement, MORE surprises, and even MORE reasons to celebrate conservation!

Here's what you can look forward to:

Inspiring conservation speakers making a difference around the world!

Delicious dinner, desserts, and drinks!

Music, dancing, and incredible entertainment!

Amazing silent auction items, raffles, and prizes!

Fun experiences and special surprises throughout the evening!

PLUS… we're working on even more exciting additions that we can't wait to reveal!

This isn't just another gala. It's a celebration of wildlife, a commitment to conservation, and an opportunity for our community to come together and make a REAL difference.

New Date. Bigger Experience. Same Incredible Mission.

January 29th, 2027

Wellington Community Center

To everyone who has supported us, purchased tickets, sponsored our event, or helped spread the word, THANK YOU! Your belief in our mission means everything.

Together, we can BE THEIR VOICE!

Stay tuned for exciting announcements, new surprises, and more details!

10/09/2026

Dear Friends, Supporters, Sponsors, and Guests,

First and foremost, I want to sincerely apologize for having to reschedule A Night for Conservation one final time. I know that many of you have been looking forward to this special evening, and I truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support. Unfortunately, we recently learned that our venue has another event scheduled during the day, leaving us with only one hour to set up for our gala. As you can imagine, organizing our first gala is a tremendous undertaking, and one hour simply doesn't give us enough time to create the experience our guests, sponsors, and supporters deserve.

The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, & Education is committed to making our inaugural gala an unforgettable evening. This event is more than just a fundraiser. It represents the beginning of something truly special, a celebration of wildlife, conservation, education, and the incredible difference we can make when we come together. After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to move A Night for Conservation to January 2027, with Wednesday, January 20th, as our anticipated new date. We are working to finalize the details and will share official confirmation as soon as possible.

I understand that changing the date again may be frustrating, and for that, I am deeply sorry. Starting a nonprofit and organizing our first major fundraising event has been an incredible journey filled with excitement, challenges, and valuable lessons. Through it all, my
commitment to our mission and to everyone who believes in this
foundation has only grown stronger.

My promise to you is that we are working to make this evening worth the wait. I sincerely hope you will continue this journey with us and join us in January for an evening filled with inspiration,
celebration, and a shared passion for protecting wildlife and our
planet. To everyone who has purchased tickets, committed to
sponsorships, donated auction items, volunteered, or simply shared
words of encouragement, THANK YOU! Your support means more to me than words can express.

We may be changing the date, but our mission, our passion, and our determination remain stronger than ever. Together, we will make A Night for Conservation a night to remember. Because wildlife needs our voice, conservation needs our action, and our future needs all of us.

With heartfelt gratitude and appreciation,
Frank Verney
Executive Director & Founder
The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, & Education

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

Seeing sea turtles, baby barracuda, and an incredible school of fish swimming freely in their natural habitat is a powerful reminder of why we must protect our oceans and the wildlife that call them home.

This is one of the goals of the Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, and Education , to inspire people to experience wildlife, understand its importance, and become passionate about protecting it.

There is something completely different about seeing an animal where it truly belongs, wild, free, and thriving in its natural environment.

We want future generations to have these same moments. To see a sea turtle glide through the water. To watch schools of fish move together beneath the surface. To discover the incredible diversity of life that exists in our oceans.

We don't just want people to learn about wildlife.
We want them to experience it, connect with it, and become inspired to protect it.

10/05/2026

Had the pleasure of attending a lecture series with Carlton Ward. He was part of making Path of the Panther. Great lecture and great to see so many people learning about conservation.

10/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible zookeepers and animal care professionals who dedicate their lives to animal welfare, conservation, education, and protecting wildlife.

Being a zookeeper is more than a career, it takes passion, patience, knowledge, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the animals in your care. Behind every feeding, habitat cleaning, training session, enrichment activity, medical check, and conservation program is someone working tirelessly to make a difference.

At The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, and Education, we recognize and thank zookeepers around the world for being advocates for wildlife and inspiring future generations to care about our planet.

To my fellow keepers, past and present, thank you for your dedication, your sacrifices, and for continuing to Be Their Voice.

Today is YOUR day. Happy International Zookeeper Day!

Wildlife. Conservation. Education. Action.

10/04/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible animals that share our planet, and remind ourselves that protecting them requires all of us. This World Animal Day, you can turn your love for animals into action by supporting A Night for Conservation, hosted by The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, and Education.

Join us for an inspiring evening bringing together wildlife lovers, conservation organizations, and our community to raise awareness and support efforts protecting wildlife and their habitats.

Your ticket is more than admission to a gala, it is a way to stand for wildlife, support conservation, and help us Be Their Voice. Celebrate World Animal Day by purchasing your ticket to A Night for Conservation!

Together, we can make a difference for wildlife today and for generations to come.

To purchase tickets please visit our website www.fvfoundationforwce.com or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999738656152?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/02/2026

BINGO, PRIZES & CONSERVATION!

Get ready for a FUN night of TUPPERWARE BINGO benefiting The Frank Verney Foundation for Wildlife, Conservation, and Education!

Thursday, October 15th

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

World of B**r

Win amazing Tupperware prizes!
Enjoy a fun evening with friends!
Support wildlife conservation and education!

Plus, 20% of all Tupperware purchases will benefit our foundation!

Every bingo game brings us one step closer to protecting wildlife and inspiring future generations.
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PLAY BINGO. WIN PRIZES. SAVE WILDLIFE!

Bring your favoritefriends, spread the word, and join us for a great cause!