RSCF is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization dedicated to preserving biodiversity through hands-on conservation programs rooted in sound science. RSCF employs the "flagship species" concept to identify and conserve high profile, priority species in order to leverage protection for the ecosystems they represent. Flagship species breeding and conservation efforts, along with field-based research, habitat protection and local capacity building, are directed toward long-term, regional-scale biodiversity preservation. RSCF designs sustainable recovery, reintroduction and protection programs for endangered species in the wild, and works collaboratively with governments and other conservation/research organizations to restore target species and protect critical habitats. RSCF also provides consulting and technical services to conservation teams, and forms educational, political and economic partnerships to expedite specific habitat and species conservation projects.

One of the aspects that makes RSCF a very different kind of conservation organization is our "lean and mean," hands-on approach, whereby we minimize bureaucracy and administration. RSCF's small, focused staff conceive and execute its programs, doing everything from research in the field, to managing endangered species breeding programs, to writing scientific papers, to fundraising and all administrative functions. Many of our conservation programs are supported by contributions restricted for specific purposes, such as field research in a particular place, habitat acquisition, or endangered species husbandry. In such cases, 100% of incoming funds flow directly to those programs, with no part reserved for general operations or administration. Because RSCF's staff handles most tasks, administrative costs typically represent less than 3% of total annual revenues.

RSCF is streamlined, so we move quickly and decisively. We have forged new breeding and management programs for endangered species that many larger, wealthier organizations have ignored. Because RSCF is not encumbered by a complex administration, we focus on conservation priorities and spend time and money where it matters most--directly benefiting wildlife. We call this process "conservation in real time," because most environments and species in need of help today cannot afford to wait for a bureaucratic process to come up with a strategy to help them.

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