Australian Rainforest Foundation

Mission

The Australian Rainforest Foundation's mission is to build global awareness and support for protecting our unique, mega diverse rainforests through private ownership and by funding programs to replant degraded or destroyed rainforest through investment, sponsorship and donations from corporate and private citizens.

Programs

Rainforest Protection - Buying rainforest for conservation: Rainforest Extension - recreating lost rainforest; Species Recovery - rare and endangered fauna; Education - helping future generations

Current Projects on GlobalGiving

Protect Vital Rainforest in Australia for Climate

Personnel Overview

Roger Phillips - CEO
An Australian business executive based in the tropical city of Cairns, close to the World Heritage Rainforests. Over 30 years senior management experience. Strong marketing and business background. Daintree rainforest project leader.

Paul Medici - American Representative
Paul Medici hails from Central Indiana. He has worked most of his professional life in Marketing and Nonprofit Business Development. He loves to study history (especially 20th century history & politics) and cares deeply about the environment and rainforest preservation throughout the world. Enjoys volunteering with Sustainable Travel International and the Salvation Army in Indianapolis.

Personnel Statistics

Roger Phillips,
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Founded in 1996
Employees: 8
Volunteers: 12

Financial Statistics

Budget (2006): $ 2,400,000
Budget (2005): $ 2,550,000
Maximum Budget: $ 3,400,000
Overhead: 10 %
Other funding sources: Australian and State Government contracts, private donors & retail activities.
Religious Affiliation: None