Matthew Danihel, Engagement Coordinator

It's one thing to read about birds and look at pictures, and another to see them flying in the wild, but holding one on your hand for that fraction of a second adds a whole other level of engagement. This tiny creature sitting on you, on a journey that started in Canada and won't stop until Central America, brings conservation to light in a remarkable way.

researcher shows a student how to band a songbird

David Petersen

Jessica Gordon, Volunteer Coordinator

Being around passionate staff, incredible volunteers, and so many guests has given my daughter Hagan an incredible start to understanding, and being a force in, conservation. When one of our raptor trainers stopped to say good morning. Hagan explained all about condors, why they are endangered, and how The Peregrine Fund is helping. Proud mama!

5-year-old girl with American Kestrel on her glove

Jessica Gordon

Marta Curti, Environmental Education Coordinator & Field Biologist

I really love using art to connect children to nature. Near our newest Ridgway's Hawk release site in the Dominican Republic, they created amazing images with baby hawks and flying hawks, and they are so happy with their drawings and proud of their work—it makes my day! My favorite is when the kids include themselves in the picture!

children draw hawks in the Dominican Republic

Marta Curti

Brian Mutch, Senior Field Biologist

As a falconer and a biologist, I have been able to share those experiences with many children and young adults. Watching a Peregrine successfully hunt and then observing it feed up close are moments a child will remember. Kids are hands-on oriented; touching a Peregrine Falcon should leave a strong impression for another generation!

kids get close to a Peregrine Falcon on a falconer's glove

Luke Thorkildsen

Empowering the next generation

With our 50th year winding down, we asked who are we preparing to continue our conservation legacy in year 51 and beyond? The Peregrine Fund staff answered with everyday stories of how we pass it on (above).

Our Story

Peregrine Fund Founder Tom Cade holds a Peregrine Falcon

History

The Peregrine Fund was founded in 1970 to restore the Peregrine Falcon from the brink of extinction. Learn about the first 50 years of conservation successes.

Mission

The Peregrine Fund has an exciting new strategic plan to move us forward into the next 50 years of raptor conservation. Read about our exciting mission and vision for the future!

Hernan Vargas holds an Andean Condor prior to release

News

Our biologists are always up to exciting things! Whether it's discovering a new species or building a partnership with a new community, read about what is new in the world of raptor conservation.

Saving raptor species is our mission… and with the support of remarkable people, we're succeeding.

Staff

The Peregrine Fund is its people. We are fortunate to employ people around the world. From our team of biologists in Madagascar, to our administrative headquarters in Boise, Idaho, and everywhere in between, our employees are passionate about raptor conservation and work tirelessly to save birds of prey.

Board of Directors

The Peregrine Fund is governed by a multi-national Board of exceptional women and men who have helped to guide The Peregrine Fund to become the successful conservation organization it is today. We are fortunate to have a Board that is as passionate as we are about saving species!

Biologist Dr. David Anderson rappels down a cliff in Alaska with a Gyrfalcon nestling.

Employment

Working for The Peregrine Fund means joining a focused and passionate group of people who want to make a difference in the world. Whether your expertise is in rock climbing, research, nonprofit administration, or conservation education, you could be our next new teammate! Check here for job postings throughout the year.