Fund For Wayne Lotter, Leading Elephant Conservationist Killed in Tanzania
Fundraising campaign by
Krissie Clark
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US$25,646raised of $50,000.00 goal goal
No more donations are being accepted at this time. Please contact the campaign owner if you would like to discuss further funding opportunities
Campaign Story
Late at night on August 16, Wayne Lotter was shot and killed in the Masaki District of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania by unknown gunmen.
Wayne devoted his life to Africa’s wildlife, from working as a ranger in his native South Africa as a young man to leading the charge against poaching in Tanzania. In 2009, he teamed up with Krissie Clark and Ally Namangaya to form the PAMS Foundation. Together they worked tirelessly with communities in Tanzania to protect the country’s wildlife.
Through his work with PAMS, Wayne helped train hundreds of village game scouts throughout Tanzania. His groundbreaking work in developing an intelligence-based approach to anti-poaching helped successfully reverse the rampant rates of poaching, and he helped to dismantle some of the most important ivory trafficking syndicates in Africa. Though he knew his personal safety was at risk, he never backed down from the fight.
Wayne’s charm, brilliance and eccentric sense of humour gave him the unique ability to make those around him constantly laugh and smile. He died bravely fighting for the cause he was most passionate about.
The news of his death has sent shockwaves throughout the conservation community and as tributes pour in from people around the world, many have asked us how they can help continue the Wayne Legacy. We are setting up a trust in Wayne’s name that will immediately help financially support his family and pay for costs associated with his death, including relocating his body to his native South Africa and holding a funeral so his family may say goodbye.
Wayne leaves behind his wife Inge, twin daughters Cara Jayne and Tamsin, and parents Vera and Charles Lotter who all live in South Africa.
Anything raised above the amount needed to cover these costs will be used to continue his legacy by funding intelligence-gathering against the ivory trade and helping the families of other wildlife rangers who are killed on duty.
Police in Tanzania are actively investigating his murder and we will use this platform to update you on the latest in the investigation.
Because of the urgent nature of this donation request, money raised will be temporarily held in a personal Paypal account under the name Sophie Tremblay until an official trust can be established in South Africa.
If you have any questions about this campaign, please reach out to us at [email protected]
Thank you all for your support.
Wayne's Obituary by Dr. Jane Goodall: http://news.janegoodall.org/2017/08/18/wayne-lotter-remembrance/
Learn more about Wayne and PAMS Foundation: https://pamsfoundation.org/
Media Coverage:
The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/aug/17/leading-elephant-conservationist-ivory-shot-dead-in-tanzania
The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/18/world/africa/elephant-poachers-wayne-lotter.html
National Geographic: https://voices.nationalgeographic.org/2017/08/19/tragic-murder-of-prominent-conservationist-a-grave-blow-to-defense-of-the-living-planet/
LA Times: http://www.latimes.com/world/africa/la-fg-global-conservationist-killing-20170818-story.html
Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2017/08/18/renowned-anti-poaching-leader-shot-dead-by-gunmen-in-tanzania/?utm_term=.4835ee034f2a
TIME: http://time.com/4906184/elephant-conservationist-wayne-lotter-killed/
The Star, Kenya: http://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2017/08/18/anti-poaching-activist-wayne-lotter-shot-dead-in-tanzania-motive_c1619020
The Independent: http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/africa/wayne-lotter-shot-dead-anti-poaching-conservationist-queen-ivory-tanzania-pams-dar-es-salaam-a7900281.html
CounterPunch: https://www.counterpunch.org/2017/08/22/a-wildlife...
Fundraising Team
- Krissie Clark
- Campaign Owner
- Sophie Tremblay
- Advisor
Donors
- Niassa Wilderness
- Donated on Sep 29, 2017
Our small gesture pales in comparison to Wayne's massive contribution to conservation. Hope it helps to honour his life and make things a little easier for his family. We think about Wayne every day and we miss his presence terribly. Much love from the entire Niassa Wilderness team.
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 26, 2017
MEMORIAL IN ARUSHA
Update posted by Krissie Clark at 10:25 amA memorial service in Arusha will take place on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at the Dorobo Campsite in Olasiti from 4 to 6PM. Please come to help celebrate the life of Wayne Derek Lotter, our hero and friend.We look forward to gathering together to share memories and stories of Wayne's
MEMORIAL IN DAR ES SALAAM
Update posted by Krissie Clark at 02:47 pmThe ceremony to commemorate our inspirational leader and pay our last respects will be held on the 22nd of August 2017 at Baobab Village, Gate no 4, along Mwaya Street, Masaki, Dar es Salaam, from 16:00 to 18:00 hrs. There will also be a condolence public book for those who
MEMORIAL SERVICE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Update posted by Krissie Clark at 02:43 pmIt is with sadness that we announce the memorial service to celebrate Wayne Derek Lotter's life, who had devoted and given his life to loving his family, serving others, and protecting endangered wildlife. The service will be held in his home town Nelspruit (Mbombela) South Africa on Saturday 26 August
Donors & Comments
- David Bygott
- Donated on Sep 30, 2017
Thank you for organizing this. I never knew Wayne but I appreciate all that he did, and mourn his loss.
- Niassa Wilderness
- Donated on Sep 29, 2017
Our small gesture pales in comparison to Wayne's massive contribution to conservation. Hope it helps to honour his life and make things a little easier for his family. We think about Wayne every day and we miss his presence terribly. Much love from the entire Niassa Wilderness team.
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 26, 2017
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 26, 2017
so appreciate the great valuable work you are involved in Krissie.
- fabio angeli
- Donated on Sep 24, 2017
- Maria Lopez
- Donated on Sep 22, 2017
- Guest
- Donated on Sep 21, 2017
My deepest condolences to all.
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 21, 2017
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 17, 2017
Hi Krissie - a little bit of help from myself and Susan (my wife) personally. Niassa Wilderness contribution to follow. Lots of love, Greg
- Lawrence Thompson
- Donated on Sep 13, 2017
Thank you for organizing this. I never knew Wayne but I appreciate all that he did, and mourn his loss.