The Izindlovu Fund run by Ben van Hool and Helen van Hulle from Belgium, has been a firm supporter of HERD from the beginning.

Collectively, as a couple, they gathered friends and family to donate 73 hearts to our 1000 Hearts campaign which we launched in 2019 to raise funding to build the orphanage. It was during that time they decided to launch Izindlovu Fund and took the bold and supportive step of naming a nursery at HERD.

They continually look for ways to help HERD and other respected conservation organisations. Their ONLINE Shop is another avenue that helps raise funds to contribute towards these causes, of which 100% of profits are donated to their selected organisations, including HERD.

You can find out more here >

The Amarula Trust aims to safeguard the African elephant so that we can keep meeting them under the Marula trees, year after year. Sustainable environmental and educational projects are key to the preservation of our precious heritage.

Amarula is a locally made product of South Africa, using the elephants’ favourite little fruit, the marula. There is just one place on earth where the Marula trees grow – across Africa’s subequatorial plains. And there is just one time of year when the Marula trees bear their exotic fruit – at the height of our beautiful summer.

Because elephants travel for miles to feast on the wild fruit, locals call it ‘The Elephant Tree’.

A respected South African craft gin, Indlovu Gin is a proud supporter of HERD. The essential ingredients in Indlovu gin are derived from elephant dung that is washed and dried. The extracted botanicals are then infused into the gin, which provides unique African flavours.

They come in three delicious flavours:

• Original Flavour
• Orange and Marula Gin
• Prickly pear and Vanilla Pink Gin

15% of the profits from the sale of Indlovu Gin will be donated to support our work with elephants at HERD.

For more information and to purchase a bottle go to: https://ibhu.co.za/indlovu/

Cocoon Bedding has committed to supporting HERD with sales of their new JUNO baby silkbedding range. 2% of total sales of the Juno Range is donated to HERD.

For more information go to: https://cocoonbedding.com/collections/juno

Down to the Wire strives to create awareness about poaching and its inhumane use of snares by reworking snares that have been into uniquely hand-crafted jewellery and items.

They have pledged to donate 20% of any of their items bought through their website. All you have to do is type HERD into the comments box!

Poaching snares are one of the biggest threats to our precious wildlife, but Down to the wire are finding alternative ways to turn what once was so destructive into a symbol of hope. It speaks to us more than ever with Khanyisa’s journey since she was rescued from the jaws of a snare as a calf, severely injured and separated from her herd. Turning something of such grave destruction into a symbol of hope, with Down to the Wire’s reworked snare bracelets is truly a reminder of goodness and love in difficult times.

Hayley C Lewis is the Welsh artist and founder of Elestration® which is a small business specialising in painted Blue Elephants to support conservation, designed using her unique illustrations and paintings or as she calls them ‘Elestration’, She is from Wales, UK. “I decided to start Elestration as a way to showcase my artwork to a wider audience to enable me to raise awareness for Elephant conservation. The name is my own, it’s a fun combination of the words Elephant and illustration which perfectly encompasses what I do and why I do it!” She aims to raise awareness for the future of elephants through her unique Elestration in her campaign to prevent the plight of their endangerment. She aspires to make a significant contribution towards conservation by sharing her passion, capturing the imagination, and inspiring curiosities. She is a proud supporting partner of HERD(Hoedspruit Elephant Rehabilitation and Development) She donates a 10% share of Elestration profits to our incredible mission.

A message from Hayley: “I am inspired by the Jabulani Herd every day, and all the dedicated work done by Adine and the amazing team at HERD. These beautiful orphaned Elephants and their special bonds are some of the most incredible stories I have ever read. The most inspiring part of it all is this unique adoptive Elephant family structure for orphaned baby elephants, which ensure a second chance of life, and most importantly to care for their emotional wellbeing and survival. Having the privilege to support and see this beautiful Herd and paint their stories, has got to be the best job in the world, for me, a dream come true.

More about ELESTRATION

Jabulani is a unique and soulful safari experience–and the place where the story of HERD began.

Each night you stay at Jabulani, a contribution of R1000 goes towards the care of the elephants at HERD.

Set within a Big Five private game reserve in the Greater Kruger Park of South Africa, Jabulani’s six suites and exclusive Zindoga Villa ensure a highly refined, personalised, and intimate stay. Jabulani is not your usual safari lodge.

A proud member of Relais & Châteaux, our lodge is a special marriage of conservation and exceptional hospitality, a place to view magnificent wildlife, rest deeply, wine, and dine under open skies, enjoy sundowners with elephants, and soulfully reconnect with nature and yourself. Each spacious suite is discrete, luxurious, and complimented by both a private deck and plunge pool.

Every guest’s experience is tailormade to ensure they enjoy a stay at Jabulani that suits the preferred pace of their precious holiday.

The lodge was originally built to sustain the Jabulani herd, a rescued herd of elephants, who today, have become world-renowned for their unique acceptance of wild orphaned elephants-a story that has inspired the world.

Guests have the opportunity to learn about the elephant herd, spend time with the passionate elephant carers and hear their insightful stories about their life journeys with these precious animals, as well as watch the elephants during their midday swims or while they forage with their carers in the wilderness.

Jabulani is a soulful safari experience that you will stay with you forever

You can book your stay at Jabulani HERE: or contact: res@jabulanisafari.com

100% of profits are donated by the artist to HERD.
Made with natural fibers; either 100% cotton or silk Georgette.
Based in the USA, shipping can be arranged directly.

To purchase a scarf go to: https://rescuescarves.com/

Tatiana M Designs “Mopane” Bracelet is designed in memory of Mopane. 50% of all Mopane Bracelet sales is donated to HERD.

The cost is USD50, of which USD25 is donated to HERD. (excluding any postal/shipping costs).

Tatiana M Designs handmade jewellery collections are created to provide love, strength and positive energy.

Natural gemstones can help support people in a unique and personal way while being beautiful at the same time.

Tatiana visited Jabulani and HESC in the summer of 2018 and had a life-changing experience meeting some of the elephants. Ever since her visit, she wanted to find a way to help these beautiful animals in any way. Hence the creation of the Mopane Bracelet.

For more info visit: https://www.tatianamdesigns.com/collections/for-a-cause/products/mopane?variant=32729872597080

With a passion for conservation and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Stellenbosch University in South Africa, Alexandra has a diverse background. Alexandra started her career as a Project Engineer, working on some of the biggest green building projects in Johannesburg. Her experience includes a variety of IT projects across Africa for a major retailer, along with extensive experience in tender management, project management and loyalty programmes.

Her biggest passion is wildlife conservation and volunteer work. South Africa and Africa at large, is home to many endangered species of wildlife. Creating awareness for the protection of Africa’s rich environmental heritage is essential. Through Alexandra’s volunteering and creative projects that fuse her love for art and poetry with her goal to support crucial wildlife organisations, she continually works towards making a difference.

Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently. They curate sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximise the benefits to the local people and place.

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