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Re:wild and Bezos Earth Fund launch a $200 million initiative to save endangered species globally. The Phoenix Species Project aims to recover 100 threatened species across 30 countries.

PRIVATEAug 09, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Amount Raised

$200 Million

Round Type

Venture - Series Unknown

Los AngelesNon ProfitMuseums And Historical Sites

Investors

Todd Graves Family FoundationAge Of UnionRe:WildBezos Earth Fund

Description

Re:wild, co-founded by Leonardo DiCaprio, and the Bezos Earth Fund have initiated a $200 million project dedicated to endangered species conservation. Dubbed the Phoenix Species Project, it targets species facing imminent extinction worldwide. Funds will be split equally between the two organizations, with DiCaprio's foundation providing additional support. The project seeks to turn years of planning into real action for vulnerable wildlife.

Company Information

Company

Re:wild

Location

Los Angeles, California, United States

About

The Phoenix Species Project is a $200 million initiative led by Leonardo DiCaprio's conservation organization Re:wild and the Bezos Earth Fund. The project aims to revive 100 of the world's most threatened species, spanning a diverse range of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and plants across 30 countries. It represents the largest philanthropic fund focused exclusively on recovering critically endangered wildlife. The initiative collaborates with Indigenous peoples, local communities, scientists, and conservationists to implement recovery actions.

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