About SAVE THE FROGS!
Founded in 2008 by amphibian biologist Dr. Kerry Kriger, SAVE THE FROGS! is the world’s most effective amphibian conservation organization. We work in California, across the USA, and around the world to prevent the extinction of amphibians, and to create a better planet for humans and wildlife.
The mission of SAVE THE FROGS! is to protect amphibian populations and to promote a society that respects and appreciates nature and wildlife. Our vision is a world in which not a single amphibian species is threatened with extinction. With your advice, your involvement and your financial support, we are 100% positive we can SAVE THE FROGS!
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What We Do
SAVE THE FROGS! protects amphibian populations and empowers ordinary citizens to make extraordinary contributions to the betterment of the planet.
Since 2008, SAVE THE FROGS! staff and volunteers have held over 2,000 educational events in 57 countries to inspire, educate and empower people like you to protect and care for amphibians.
SAVE THE FROGS! has created, restored and protected habitat for threatened amphibian populations; spearheaded successful local, state and federal legislation on behalf of amphibians; and educated millions of people worldwide about amphibians.
SAVE THE FROGS! exists in order to make the world a better place for amphibians and humans.
“I am happy to share a first experience as a volunteer in the SAVE THE FROGS! program organized by Nature Conservation and Study Center (NCSC) in collaboration with Environment Protection and Study Center. Had a beautiful time with the team and special thanks to Deepa Kulung. Hope we will be together again in upcoming programs!”
– Jharana Karki, Save The Frogs Day 2023 Participant, Nepal
Why Frogs Are Important And Worth Saving
Frog populations have been declining worldwide at unprecedented rates, and nearly one-third of the world’s amphibian species are threatened with extinction. Up to 200 species have completely disappeared since 1980, and this is NOT normal: amphibians naturally go extinct at a rate of only about one species every 500 years!
Amphibians provide an array of ecosystem services and knowledge of amphibians has led to numerous advances in human medicine. Plus frogs look and sound cool, and kids love them — so there are lots of reasons to save the frogs!
European Green Toad (Bufotes viridis)
Legal Status & Organization
SAVE THE FROGS! is a USA-based nonprofit corporation and IRS-approved 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 26-2655709.
SAVE THE FROGS! is governed by a Board of Directors and managed by our Executive Director, with assistance from our worldwide team of Volunteers.
Photo of Twin-spotted Flying Frog (Rhacophorus bipunctatus) from Satchari National Park in Bangladesh courtesy of Tania Akhter.
Funding Sources & Financial Information
SAVE THE FROGS! is funded primarily by donations from nature enthusiasts like you.
With your support and involvement, SAVE THE FROGS! will continue to empower the next generation of amphibian conservationists and introduce millions of people to the wild world of frogs.
As we continue our work to counteract the harm being done to frog populations, your financial support is more crucial than ever. Please support our efforts by donating and becoming a member!
Our Promise
The SAVE THE FROGS! Promise is a guiding statement describing our values and ideals, as well as our commitments to the various groups who comprise the SAVE THE FROGS! Worldwide Community: our donors, staff, volunteers, ecotourists, supporters, students, and of course the amphibians.
With your support and involvement, SAVE THE FROGS! will continue to empower the next generation of amphibian conservationists and introduce millions of people to the wild world of frogs.
Photo of Eleutherodactylus coqui from Puerto Rico submitted to the 2017 SAVE THE FROGS! Photo Contest by Jan Zegarra.
Our Values
SAVE THE FROGS! members aspire to be Protectors, Lifelong Learners, Educators, Advocates, Ambassadors, Stewards, Voters, Volunteers and Contributors.
“Wow. Thanks a lot. I’ll have trouble sleeping tonight. It was so inspiring for me to see the work that is being done around the world to help protect amphibians, and consequently, to protect nature, which helps other species. Congratulations for your work. These were wonderful people that I saw/met today. I connected with a few through private messages. A gift. Thanks”
— Linda Paetow, Biologist, Canada
Ptychohyla sanctaecrucis art by Jay Manchand
Statement Of Purpose
In 2009, we wrote out specific objectives and purposes of SAVE THE FROGS!. These hold true today as much as ever, and serve as a means for determining which programs and activities we should focus on to most throughly accomplish our amphibious mission.
Salamandra atra photo by Frederic Griesbaum, Germany. 2023 SAVE THE FROGS! Photo Contest, Winner, Best Salamander Photo
International Chapters
SAVE THE FROGS! provides advice and financial support to international chapters in a multitude of countries, including SAVE THE FROGS! India, which is an independent entity registered with the government of India.
Read about SAVE THE FROGS! Chapters Core Principles here.
“That the event was a major success in creating awareness and sensitizing people from different strata of the society is an understatement. Thank you Kerry once again for giving Kolkata and Bengal the opportunity to contribute towards conservation of frogs on a global scale.”
– Sarbani Nag, World Summit Organizer and Secretary of SAVE THE FROGS! India
SAVE THE FROGS! India
SAVE THE FROGS! Bangladesh
SAVE THE FROGS! Ecuador
SAVE THE FROGS! Mexico
SAVE THE FROGS! Buenos Aires
SAVE THE FROGS! Africa
Participants of the SAVE THE FROGS! World Summit in Kolkata, 2019.
SAVE THE FROGS! Grants & Scholarships
Since 2009, SAVE THE FROGS! has disbursed over $130,000 in grants, to conservationists in at least 16 countries, including Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Estonia, Ghana, India, Liberia, Madagascar, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, Paraguay, Tanzania and the USA.
SAVE THE FROGS! has also provided over $17,000 worth of scholarships to 120+ amphibian conservationists, to facilitate their environmental education goals.
Ptychohyla sanctaecrucis art by Jay Manchand
How SAVE THE FROGS! Makes A Worldwide Impact
The SAVE THE FROGS! movement has spread around the planet and continues to grow because we continually strive to educate, inspire and empower nature lovers like you, and provide a multitude of ways for you to make a positive impact for amphibians and the planet, in your community and beyond.
As we continue our work to counteract the harm being done to frog populations, your financial support is more crucial than ever. Please support our efforts by donating and becoming a member!
Together we can SAVE THE FROGS!
Save The Frogs Day 2019 in Nepal with the next generation of amphibian conservationists.
Volunteers Code Of Conduct
The success of SAVE THE FROGS! depends on the hard work, dedication, and integrity of everyone in our community. SAVE THE FROGS! volunteers agree to work in good faith to help us achieve our mission. The SAVE THE FROGS! Code Of Conduct guides volunteers in their service to SAVE THE FROGS!.
View The Volunteers Code Of Conduct Here
Youth Empowered Action, 2015
Ecotourists Code Of Conduct
The SAVE THE FROGS! Ecotours Code Of Conduct helps ensure that ecotour participants treat each other, the people we meet, and local nature and wildlife, with respect.
View The Ecotours Code Of Conduct Here
Ecotourists in Savegre Forest during the 2021 SAVE THE FROGS! Costa Rica Ecotour
What Our Supporters Say
“SAVE THE FROGS! provide valuable educational resources and programs to raise awareness about amphibian conservation. Learning about amphibians can inspire people to take action to protect these fascinating creatures and their habitats. Overall, I love SAVE THE FROGS! and amphibians because of their beauty, ecological importance, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on conservation efforts.”
“We wish you the best with your mighty efforts to promote amphibian conservation around the world. We really enjoy the news from SAVE THE FROGS! about the many programs near and far. The surprisingly diverse and skilled art contest is something we appreciate viewing every year. This response to contests in art and poetry on the theme of frogs has grown steadily over the years. Congratulations on strengthening and growing your impact.”
Letter Of Support From Dr. Dan Martin
(National Geographic Society)
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to express my support for Save The Frogs, a public charity dedicated to protecting one of the world’s most threatened groups of animals, the amphibians. I have worked as an environmental grant-maker for more than 25 years, serving as the founding Director of the MacArthur Foundation’s World Environment and Resources Program; Chief Research Officer at the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation; Senior Managing Director of the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund based at Conservation International; and as a member of the National Geographic Society’s Committee for Research and Exploration. Based on that background I can assure you that Save The Frogs’ conservation and education work is novel, innovative, timely and competent.
I have personally known Save The Frogs Founder Dr. Kerry Kriger since October 2008, when we served together as volunteers in a political campaign. I have followed his progress in building Save The Frogs and am impressed with his dedication and achievements. I heard him speak at the National Geographic Headquarters in April of 2009 where his knowledge and enthusiasm eamed him a very positive reception. Save The Frogs has a highly qualified group of scientists serving on its Advisory Committee, and fills a significant niche in the overall environmental protection movement. The organization has several successful programs in place, and it shows a genuine potential to achieve victories for the amphibians that are such valuable and endangered elements of the ecosystems on which we all depend.
Consequently, I give my full support to Save The Frogs, and happily urge you to do the same.
Dan M. Martin, Ph.D.
Washington, DC
