Important Update

We wish to make you aware of a significant update on Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue's future, and our Jack’s Last Wish appeal.

Whilst the original plan was for the charity to relocate to a new centre, those plans have seen the project costs almost treble to an untenable $15m, since they were first conceived.

Jack’s last wish was for the charity to continue as a beacon of hope for our wildlife. In the weeks before he died, Jack spent his time navigating numerous legal hurdles to enable WAF to purchase its current site, its home.

The heart-warming result of this hard work is that our hospital will stay exactly where it all began, and Jack’s wish for WAF to continue and grow will be responsibly realised.

We are now working up the new blueprints to renovate our current hospital, and we look forward to sharing our exciting transformation with you.

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Hunter MBE, conservationist, founder and CEO of the Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue, Inc., and presenter of Wildlife SOS. Jack passed away on 9th June after a brave battle with cancer. His loss will be greatly felt by his loved ones and the environmental community, far and wide.

In July 2022, we shared with you the devastating news that our founder, much-loved wildlife hero, Jack, had been diagnosed with terminal cancer. In typical Jack fashion, tenacious as ever, he continued to outmanoeuvre the cancer for a further two years, before laying down his WAF baseball cap for the final time on 9th June. Jack leaves two daughters, Louisa and Gemma, his partner Stana, and his two beloved goldies, Toby and Robert.

With Jack’s sad passing, we are now calling on you, our loyal wildlife guardians, to help fulfil Jack’s last wish, and be part of his ever-lasting legacy.

We now need your help more than ever.

Over the past 40 years, hundreds of thousands of animals lives have been saved, thanks to the Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue. Its an extraordinary legacy that Jack has given us, and I think its up to all of us who respect, revere, understand and believe in the importance of wildlife, to pick up the challenge he has given us and continue his work. - Stephen Fry

I remember the first day Jack and I met; I just thought this is absolutely fantastic! - Noel Fitzpatrick

Jack Hunters wonderful work, the Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue With so many threats to wildlife in this country, the Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue has become more and more vital and important. - Emma Thompson & Greg Wise

They save injured animals in distress. Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue is brilliant! It doesn't take much, couple of quid, and it makes a difference. - Ricky Gervais

Jack's Last Wish

By Wolcottsville Wildlife Rescue Inc

Jack's Last Wish

Jack Hunter, our founder, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of lung cancer that is terminal. Jack has dedicated his life to giving wild animals a second chance. Now, he needs YOUR help to ensure the charity can continue.