Eleni & Sophia Patrick

One of the rare and treasured wildlife refuges on the Southside — home to countless species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and plants — is under threat. Developers are have acquired this land for construction, which would destroy fragile habitat and displace vulnerable animals that rely on it for survival.

If no action is taken, this natural sanctuary could be lost forever.

Our Goal

We aim to raise $1,000,000 to secure the future of this refuge by:

• Purchasing the land title to prevent current and future development.
• Supporting legal protections to safeguard the land.
• Investing in restoration and stewardship to keep habitats thriving.
• Demonstrating a sustainable alternative: a vision of eco-friendly community living that works in harmony with nature, not against it.

Why This Refuge Matters

This refuge:

• makes food, shelter and breeding sites available for native animals
• increases the ability of native species to move across landscapes via green corridors
• helps lessen the impact of forest clearing on populations of forest species
• increases the extent of high-quality forest habitat over the longer term
• maintains healthy populations of native species
• retains the ecological benefits provided by forests and the species they support

If developers succeed, all of this will vanish.

Recognition for Supporters: Join the Eco-Community 🌿

We don’t just want to say thank you — we want to welcome you into the vision of a community that values conservation, culture, and sustainable living.

• $1+: You're helping save a vital wildlife refuge.
• $20+: Your name listed on our “Sanctuary Saviours” plaque.
• $50+: A tree planted in your honour.
• $100+: Invitation to a guided nature tour of the refuge.
• $500+: Take part in a traditional Greek cooking class, celebrating food, culture and sustainability together.
• $750+: Enjoy a day of relaxation and yoga in the heart of the refuge, reconnecting with nature.
• $1,000+: Spend a weekend in one of the proposed, eco-friendly Tiny Homes — a model of how humans can live lightly on the land.

These aren’t just perks. They’re entry points into a way of life — showing that conservation doesn’t mean locking land away, but rather living in balance with it.

Note: Donations are only processed when the target amount is met.