Misssion

Protecting, Rescuing,
and Providing Sanctuary
for Elephants Worldwide

Protecting, Rescuing,
and Providing Sanctuary
for Elephants Worldwide

GFAS Award
Named Outstanding International Sanctuary
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Global Sanctuary for Elephants is proud to announce that we have received the 2022 award for Outstanding International Sanctuary by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS)...

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GLOBAL SANCTUARY FOR ELEPHANTS

Be a part of giving captive elephants in Latin America a second chance: a beautiful life at our first sanctuary,  Elephant Sanctuary Brazil.

The Crisis Facing Elephants and How We Are Helping

BUILDING  ∙  RESCUING  ∙  REHABILITATING

Mendoza elephants at zoo

THE GLOBAL CRISIS FACING ELEPHANTS

Thousands of captive elephants in zoos and circuses around the world are suffering. Year after year of isolation…Read More

Guida, Scott and Kat

OVER 40 COMBINED YEARS OF ELEPHANT EXPERIENCE

CEO and co-founder Scott Blais carries a lifetime of experience, working both with and for captive elephants… Read More

Maia and Guida

OUR INITIAL PROJECT: ELEPHANT SANCTUARY BRAZIL

Because we are committed to identifying opportunities where we can have the greatest impact… Read More

Provide Elephants with Room to Roam

We need your help to grow.

The male Asian elephant habitat is under construction. Currently, the barn and stalls are being completed and the fencing has begun going up. The female African barn is ready and the first three yards complete. Our other essential project is the Room to Roam initiative, which will allow us to expand the female African habitat so that those elephants can not only heal at sanctuary, but they can thrive. This healing space will also enable us to offer a home to additional elephants.

Meet Our Elephants!

Whether you adore Maia’s quirky ways and keep her close to your heart as she finds a new level of emotional strength, have a soft spot for Rana, her sweet vocalization and appreciation of everyday joys, would like to take Lady and her ailing body under your wing, embrace Mara because you are enamored with her sweet face and charmed by her innocence, think that Bambi’s energy livens up the herd, or are looking forward to watching Pocha and Guillermina learn and evolve, you can show them some extra love and support. You can become their Ele-Guardian or buy them a special gift from the Wishlist.

Lady

Lady is a sweet and spunky girl who is learning to navigate through her past traumas so she can heal.

Their Life ∙ Their Home ∙ Their Healing ∙ Our Responsibility

Blog Posts & News

Just Being Elephants

Much of what we are able to show of the elephants through photos and videos represents just a small portion of their lives. Most of their days are spent on…

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Sunday Smile: Mara Enjoys Her Snacks

Here’s a special Sunday Smile for all of Mara’s super fans! She’s savoring a meal, carefully curated to make sure she gets the maximum possible delight (and nutrients) from what…

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EleFact Friday: Elephants Across World Culture

For us, and many of you, elephants hold a significant meaning in each of our lives. From their quirky personalities to their stories of healing and growth, they can represent…

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 NEW TEE DESIGNS & MORE! 

Several new designs and new merchandise for the whole family.

Show you care with what you wear. These items can act as a conversation starter to help educate others about the impact captivity has on such intelligent beings and why sanctuary is their solution. They can also be worn simply to bring joy to your own day.

More colors and styles available!

SHOW YOU CARE WITH WHAT YOU WEAR!