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SavingSpecies is an organization committed to preserving Earth’s biodiversity. We use science to decide the best places to spend conservation money.

Saving Wildlife International’s (SWI) mission is to assist people of all ages and cultures in developing an awareness of and commitment to nature that will result in informed decisions and constructive actions concerning wildlife and our environment. Since April 2000, SWI has enthusiastically shared its commitment to wildlife conservation with diverse audiences ranging from school classrooms to national television. Well on its way to becoming a nationally recognized wildlife organization, they are proud to provide displaced animals with a purpose and permanent home. SWI offers wildlife presentations featuring live mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians to primary and secondary schools, military bases, homeless shelters, and retirement communities throughout California.

WAGS is a group of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about helping the animals of Waukegan and its surrounding areas. We are an auxiliary group formed to raise desperately needed donations and supplies for the animals of Waukegan and Waukegan Police Animal Control. Our aim is to provide assistance with everything from basic medicines and veterinary care to spay/neutering, adoption assistance, and community education.

A SANCTUARY AND RESCUE FACILITY FOR BIG CATS, MUCH LIKE AN ANIMAL SHELTER FOR DOGS AND HOUSECATS, EXCEPT WE ARE A "NO KILL" FACILITY. CATS ENTERING THE FACILITY ARE GIVEN A PERMANENT HOME. WE DO NOT SELL, TRANSFER, GIVE AWAY, OR USE CATS FOR BREEDING OR LABOR PURPOSES.