Advocates for the Voiceless

Abraham Foundation aims to bridge the gap between large-scale conservation funding and real-world impact by identifying and supporting the underfunded, overlooked efforts that are making a difference on the ground.

Become an Advocate • About Us • Our Legacy

MISSION STATEMENT

Abraham Foundation works to preserve endangered species and strengthen conservation efforts through direct support and global partnerships. Together, we are safeguarding a future where wildlife and communities thrive.

Trunks Up

Trunks Up, a dedicated project under the Abraham Foundation, preserves and protects the critically endangered Asian Elephant. With a specific focus on supporting initiatives led by Lek Chailert, the founder of Elephant Nature Park and Save Elephant Foundation.

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CCR

Center for Conservation Research is the leading research organization in Sri Lanka bringing development in human-elephant conflict, the primary issue for conservation in the region. 

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A Legacy of Action for Animals

  • Abraham Foundation Established

    Otto Abraham founded the Abraham Foundation as a private family foundation.

  • A New Direction

    Under the leadership of Otto’s granddaughter, Nancy Abraham—a lifelong advocate for animal welfare—the Foundation began focusing on wildlife protection and land conservation.

  • Celebrating Unsung Heroes

    Nancy launches the Abraham Conservation Awards in Nepal to honor individuals making extraordinary, often unrecognized contributions to conservation. The awards later expanded to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, celebrating park wardens, activists, local leaders, and journalists whose work often goes unseen.

  • Support for Asian Elephants

    Nancy Abraham recognizes Lek Chailert as a pioneering hero for Southeast Asia’s captive elephant population and becomes one of Elephant Nature Park’s earliest and most steadfast supporters. She played a pivotal role in helping Lek bring the original vision of a sanctuary-based rescue center to life. Nancy’s support provided crucial stability during the park’s formative years, establishing a strong foundation for its long-term success.

  • A Sanctuary of Hope

    Nancy becomes a key supporter of Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary—the world’s only facility dedicated to the lifetime care of bonobos orphaned by the illegal wildlife trade. For decades, her commitment played a crucial role in advancing the sanctuary’s mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect these endangered great apes, found only in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Nancy’s support not only helped provide lifelong care for rescued individuals but also contributed to broader conservation efforts aimed at preserving one of humanity’s closest relatives.