Donor Driven Research
Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) has a 20-year history of being a leader in science-based, research-driven solutions to real problems facing wildlife conservation and sustainable use of wildlife resources. We partner with leading wildlife researchers at places like the Wyoming Migration Initiative at the University of Wyoming, the Center for Global Wildlife Conservation at SUNY-ESF, and the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation at the University of Montana, to bring the latest applied techniques to wildlife conservation issues. However, doing cutting-edge, impactful research requires resources.
Although SCIF pursues a variety of opportunities to support our critical work, SCI members and SCIF donors and supporters remain the core source of the funds that make this work possible. Their passion for wildlife and for conservation expressed through their generosity provides the foundation upon which all of our efforts are built. Contributions through the Lion and Shield Society, the Hunter Legacy Fund 100 Endowment, and the First for Wildlife Endowment, as well as participation in SCI Foundation sweepstakes and the annual Beretta Gala, are all ways to support worldwide conservation and to show the dedication of SCI’s 40,000 hunter-conservationists.
Your support is critical and we welcome you to explore and donate to these projects.
SCIF DREAM HUNTS SWEEPSTAKES
SCI Foundation is dedicated to helping hunters make their dreams come true. Enter the SCIF DREAM HUNTS SWEEPSTAKES for your chance at winning $100,000 to go towards booking the dream hunts of your choice – any species, any place.
Mission Programs
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
Conservation Efforts never cease, and through chapter projects, SCI Foundation grants and scholarships, and regional programs, members of Safari Club International put their time and resources to use to benefit wildlife populations around the world. SCI Foundation ensures the best available science is used in wildlife policy and management and demonstrates the constructive role that hunting plays in the conservation of biodiversity worldwide.
EDUCATION
Education Programs, SCI Foundation (SCIF) and Sables work together to provide high quality conservation and outdoor education programs. They are committed to teaching educators, youth, wildlife professionals, federal/state elected officials, conservation NGO’s, first time hunters, and social influencers about the following:
- Wildlife Diversity
- North American Model of Wildlife Conservation
- The role that hunting plays in wildlife
conservation and management - The importance of hunting as a socially and
culturally accepted activity in society - Outdoor recreation
HUMANITARIAN SERVICES
Humanitarian Service Programs are also a primary initiative of SCI Foundation. The programs cover a wide perspective and cross the globe in outreach. These programs include the SafariCare Bell Family Blue Bag program, Sportsmen Against Hunger, Veterans, Sensory Safari and Humanitarian Service Matching Grants. At the core of these programs is delivering activities and services to those in need.
SCI Foundation News
Kids in Nature European Conference on Nature Education Through Hunting
In August, the Kids in Nature European Conference on Nature Education Through Hunting was held at the Brahetrolleborg Castle in Faaborg, Denmark. The conference was held during the Brahetrolleborg Game…
Inspiring Documentary on Louisiana Black Bear Recovery Now Available to Watch
SCI Foundation and Safari Club International are thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated documentary, “From the Brink: Louisiana’s Black Bear Recovery,” is now available for viewing. This powerful film…
SCI Foundation and Partners Unveil Bear Safety Trailer and RoboBear in Montana
SCI Foundation (SCIF) is excited to announce its partnership with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) and Montana’s Outdoor Legacy Foundation (MOLF) to introduce a new bear education trailer and…
Delivering Hope and Medical Supplies Through the SCIF Family Bell Blue Bag Program
Delivering hope to Africa can be challenging, even for medical professionals. There is a real need for basic medical supplies; this is a persistent challenge in many parts of Africa….
Win a Spain Hunt and Cultural Experience Package
Hunt Cantabrian Chamois & Iberian Red Stag Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with our exclusive Spain Safari Sweepstakes! Experience the ultimate blend of luxury hunting and cultural exploration in the…
Celebrating a Conservation Success: New Film Showcases the Recovery of the Louisiana Black Bear
SCI Foundation and Safari Club International are proud to announce the premiere of a powerful new documentary chronicling one of America’s greatest wildlife recoveries: the return of the Louisiana black…
It’s Always Been About More Than Just Hunting
By Libby & Katie Gear It has always been much more than just hunting in the Gear Household. For us, hunting is about answering the divine call from God to…
Tracking Grizzlies: A Collaborative Initiative in British Columbia
In 2018, the Government of British Columbia decided to end licensed grizzly bear hunting, which has led to noticeable increases in bear density and activity. This increase has raised concerns about…
Celebrating 23 Years of Conservation Leadership: AWCF 2025 in Livingstone, Zambia
The 23rd African Wildlife Consultative Forum (AWCF) is set to take place from 22 to 26 September 2025 at the breathtaking Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Resort in Livingstone, Zambia. As the flagship conservation event of Safari Club International…
SCIF grants over $51,000 for Conservation Work Around the World
The SCI Foundation (SCIF) has initiated a new matching grant program to assist SCI with international conservation work. This summer, SCIF approved 13 grants representing work that is over $100,000…
Legacy of
Impact
Help SCI Foundation continue it’s legacy of promoting wildlife conservation and outdoor education in your backyard and around the world.
30
The number of countries in which SCI Foundation has funded conservation projects.
1.5 MILLION POUNDS
The amount of venison donated through SCI Foundation’s Sportsman Against Hunger program.
$80 MILLION
The amount SCI Foundation has spent on conservation, wildlife, education, and humanitarian services since 2000.
60%
The percentage of SCI Foundation’s conservation work is done in North America.
80,000+
Number of youth reached annually with a conservation message by graduates of the American Wilderness Leadership School.
Our Supporters
Since 2000, SCI Foundation has provided more than $80 million to promote science-based conservation through wildlife research, capacity building in governments, youth and teacher education, and humanitarian programs that show the importance of the hunting community in society around the world. Growth of SCI Foundation has continued to gain momentum through charitable donations from SCIF and SCI members. Throughout the world, SCI’s approximately 50,000 members and 190 chapters contribute time, talent, and financial support to local, national, and international projects.
