Conservation that starts in our own backyard
Copper Sanctuary is a non-governmental organization dedicated to environmental conservation and animal welfare within the Sonoran bioregion.
A haven for wildlife. A movement for the desert.
To provide a permanent secure haven for Arizona's vulnerable wildlife and to advance community-driven conservation through innovative education and restoration programs.
The Sonoran Desert is one of the most biologically rich deserts on Earth — and one of the fastest-urbanizing places in America. We exist to make sure its wildlife has somewhere safe to land, and its people have a way to help.
Three ways we work
Wildlife Haven
Long-term care for native Arizona animals facing injury or habitat displacement — a permanent, secure home for those who can't return to the wild.
Research phaseConservation Education
Science-based community programs that deepen public understanding of regional ecosystems — from digital lessons to classroom toolkits.
In developmentRestoration Initiatives
Land-rehabilitation projects across Arizona's ecosystems to support biodiversity recovery — starting with native plants in Valley yards.
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