300Gorilla launches NFT campaign on Earth Day to support Cross River Gorilla conservation

conservation charity African Conservation Foundation is launching a brand new NFT project on Earth Day 2023 to raise $1.2 million to save the Cross River gorilla, the world’s rarest great ape. The collection includes a one million dollar NFT and also offers 5 free expeditions in Africa for the lucky winners.

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On Earth Day 2023, the charity ‘African Conservation Foundation’ is proud to announce the launch of its bold NFT project which aims to raise funds for the protection of the Cross River gorilla. These magnificent gorillas are the rarest on the planet and one of the world’s most critically endangered species, with fewer than 300 individuals left in the wild. Hunting and loss of their forest habitat due to human activities is a major threat to their survival.

The African Conservation Foundation is working to tackle this crisis by creating protected areas and corridors, while training rangers in monitoring and conservation techniques. With the funds raised from the NFT project, the foundation will be able to continue its critical work and help ensure the survival of the Cross River gorillas for future generations. However, the funds will not only be used to help this particular species survive, but will also be used by charities for general conservation purposes, so donations will help animals all over the world.

The NFT project will feature a series of 8,001 unique, one-of-a-kind digital artworks inspired by the Cross River Gorillas, African Wild Dogs and Okapi. Unlike other NFT projects, the majority of the proceeds will go directly to support the African Conservation Foundation’s work. There will only be 300 Cross River Gorillas for sale to reflect the scarce number left in the wild.

Million Dollar Gorilla NFT (300 Gorillas).

Protection of the Cross River Gorilla: Million-Dollar NFT

One of the Cross River gorilla NFTs will be sold for one million dollars, offering the buyer a once-in-a-lifetime luxury safari experience, which will be documented in a feature film about the journey. However, buyers don’t have to spend a million to go on a one-off trip. Within the Cross River Gorilla collection of 300, there will be 5 randomly allocated NFTs which grant the holder access to a free expedition in Africa (excluding flights) to aid the charity’s work.

“We are thrilled to launch this NFT project on World Wildlife Day and raise awareness for the Cross River gorillas” said Arend de Haas, CEO of the African Conservation Foundation.

“With the support of the arts and NFT community, we hope to raise over £1.6 million to conserve the habitats of the incredibly rare Cross River gorillas and secure their future for generations to come.”

NFTs are increasingly seen as valuable collectibles in the art world, and this project demonstrates the potential for NFTs to make a significant impact in the conservation world. Web3 projects have already helped raise funds for conservation initiatives around the world, and this project adds to that momentum by using the power of blockchain technology to protect endangered species and their habitats.

With only 300 of these amazing apes left in the world, there are literally more Bored Ape Yacht Club owners than these gorillas – let’s work together to save apes outside the metaverse.

The new approach to charity fundraising is being delivered in conjunction with web3 startup ‘We Are Meta’. Henry Eames, MD We Are Meta, “When we spoke to ACF and heard the urgent need for action, we couldn’t resist trying this new approach to fundraising.”

“We can’t wait to see who gets the Million Dollar Gorilla, but there are thousands of other NFTs from just a few dollars. This mission needs the support of as many people as possible.”

The NFT project will be available for purchase starting on Earth Day – April 22, 2023, and interested parties can learn more and view the available parts at Today.

For more information about the African Conservation Foundation and its work, visit https://africanconservation.org/.

Featured image by Arend de Haas/ACF.

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