About the Penguin Foundation  

The Penguin Foundation was established to protect and preserve one of Australia’s most important natural assets – the Little Penguins.

The Penguin Foundation raises and allocates funds to projects ranging from penguin rescue and rehabilitation in the event of a man-made disaster; to building new penguin nesting areas; monitoring penguin health and behaviour; and protecting the Little Penguins’ natural environment. Resources will also be used to undertake other associated wildlife and conservation activities on and around Phillip Island. 

Until recently, penguin welfare programs were funded primarily through the Phillip Island Nature Park’s visitation fees and related spending at the park.  The Foundation aims to provide a dedicated source of funding to support penguin welfare projects and to ensure their survival.  By Adopting a Penguin and becoming a Foundation member, people have the opportunity to follow the life of a Little Penguin and to play a role in the conservation of the species for the future.

Every cent raised by the Foundation goes directly to projects supporting the Little Penguins of Phillip Island.  It also has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status and all contributions are fully tax deductible.