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 bear. Once on the brink of extinction, the Louisiana black bear has made a historic comeback. New film highlights the species’ journey from being listed as …
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 Foundation (SCIF) in Africa, AWCF has, for over two decades, served as a cornerstone for collaborative wildlife policy development across Africa. This year’s forum is proudly supported …
Celebrating 23 Years of Conservation Leadership: AWCF 2025 in Livingstone, Zambia Read More »
Meet Ray DeWitt, a key supporter of SCI Foundation, whose dedication has greatly boosted our conservation efforts. In this “Donor Spotlight,” we explore the lives of patrons like Ray, who drive our mission to protect wildlife through conservation, education, and ethical hunting. We recently asked Ray several questions, and his answers reveal his motivations and journey …
By Christa Barker Some 25 years ago my husband and I took our first SCIF Bell Family Blue Bags to Africa. While he was busy packing his hunting gear, I was busy scouring the local stores for clothing, medical and school supplies. I was able to fill 6 Blue bags. To see the joy on the …
Irene, South Africa – Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) is excited to announce the official opening of the Safari Club International Africa office in Irene, South Africa. This significant development highlights SCIF’s unwavering dedication to wildlife conservation and sustainable use practices. The new Africa office will enhance access to the continent, empowering SCI and SCIF teams …
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The SCI Foundation International Affairs team was present and active at the recent 78th meeting of the CITES Standing Committee (SC78) held in Geneva from February 3-8, 2025. As a long-time CITES observer, we work with national delegations (i.e., parties) and other observers (i.e., NGOs) to ensure that the benefits of well-regulated international trade in wildlife …
Advocating for Sustainable Wildlife Conservation at CITES in Geneva Read More »
The Professional Hunters’ Association of South Africa (PHASA) recently held its Annual Convention and AGM Award ceremony, celebrating outstanding contributions to wildlife conservation and management. Among the highlights of the event was the announcement of the prestigious Wildlife Utilization Award, presented to Dr. Chris Comer, Director of Conservation at the Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF). Congratulations …
PHASA Honors SCIF’s Dr. Chris Comer with Wildlife Utilization Award Read More »
By Emily Stull As a 23-year-old living and working in Chicago, I never would’ve guessed I’d now consider myself a hunter. However, after returning from my second South African safari hunt in three years, I am so proud to do so! Both trips have been among the most incredible experiences of my life, and I hope …
Impacting Others Through SCIF’s Bell Family Blue Bag Program Read More »
Now is the perfect time to sign up as a monthly giver for your chance to win the $100,000 Dream Hunt Sweepstakes. Spend the $100,000 however you’d like, pay for licenses, tags, travel, craft up your dream hunt! How it works: Sign up for Monthly Giving and receive one entry for every $25 of monthly giving during the …
Safari Club International Foundation is proud to recognize the exceptional efforts of the Lehigh Valley Chapter – a staggering $250,000 in donations. Their giving, which surpasses standard chapter contributions, has earned them the honored Ruby African Lion status in our Society of the Lion & Shield Giving Levels. This achievement marks them as the first chapter …
SCI Lehigh Valley Chapter’s Record Contribution Read More »
