About
Panthera is a global conservation organization devoted to the conservation of the world's 40 species of wild cats and the vast ecosystems they inhabit. Established in 2006 and headquartered in New York, Panthera describes itself as the defining force in wild cat conservation, working through rigorous research, enduring partnerships, and a commitment to landscapes where nature and humanity coexist.
Mission
Panthera is devoted to the conservation of the world's 40 species of wild cats and the vast ecosystems they inhabit, protecting these animals through science-driven strategies across the globe.
What they do
- Species programs: dedicated conservation strategies for tigers, lions, jaguars, leopards, pumas, cheetahs, and snow leopards, plus targeted strategies for threatened small cats, addressing threats such as habitat loss, illegal hunting, and human-wildlife conflict.
- Anti-poaching and counter-trafficking: efforts to combat poaching and the illegal wildlife trade.
- Landscape protection: safeguarding wild cat habitats, including the Jaguar Corridor spanning Latin America.
- Science and monitoring: research powered by a network of remote cameras that has produced more than 26 million images across 25 countries, documenting over 5,000 individual wild cats.
- Community collaboration and education: public education, partnerships with local communities, teaching toolkits, and responsible wildlife tourism standards.
- Policy and grants: policy advocacy and grant opportunities for conservation partners.
Scale and impact
According to Panthera, the organization works in 32 countries with a staff of more than 300 biologists, data scientists, law enforcement experts, and wild cat advocates, and maintains more than 35 government partnerships. Panthera reports protecting over 511,000 hectares across the Jaguar Corridor, and its Furs for Life program has distributed more than 22,000 synthetic furs, saving an estimated 7,500 wild cats.
Financials
According to ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, for fiscal year 2025 Panthera Corporation (EIN 20-4668756) reported total revenue of $91,771,873, total expenses of $30,077,735, and net assets of $75,862,520. President and CEO Frederic Launay received $500,015 in compensation in the most recent filing period. The organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose federal tax exemption was issued in August 2006. Panthera holds a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and Candid Platinum Transparency certification.
Governance
Panthera is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization governed by a Board of Directors and advised by science and conservation councils, and led by President and CEO Frederic Launay.
