Wellington, Fl.– You can bet on “High Rollin’ for Rhinos” Casino Night Fundraiser to be a “Wild” time. The Gabby Wild Foundation announces an extraordinary evening of conservation and entertainment. This exclusive event, taking place from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at Maxwell’s Plum in Wellington, aims to support critical efforts to save the last ~11 remaining Bornean rhinos in the world. Funds raised will support The Gabby Wild Foundation’s efforts managing the only Bornean rhino in captivity, translocating another wild female to their sanctuary, and scouting to discover the last few in the wild.
The chic celebration will feature casino games, including Blackjack, Texas Hold’Em Poker, and Roulette with professional dealers, complemented by an open bar, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, music by DJ Sal and Acrobatic Pyrogenics. Guests will also enjoy an exclusive viewing of a Bornean rhino conservation documentary, participate in a silent auction and raffle, and witness an awards ceremony.
“Time is running out for these magnificent creatures,” says Dr. Gabby Wild, founder of The Gabby Wild Foundation. “Every Bornean rhino we lose brings us closer to losing a keystone species that’s essential for maintaining the delicate balance of our rainforest ecosystems. This event isn’t just about gambling – it’s about taking a chance on survival.”
Bornean rhinos also play a surprising role in the future of medicine and potentially expanding cancer research.
“The rainforest that the Bornean rhino protects is older than the Amazon and filled with medicinal plants,” Wild explains. “The rhino is responsible for pollinating many, if not most, of them. Thus: no rhinos, no rainforest, no cancer drugs.”
The Foundation’s recent accomplishments include successfully translocating a female rhino named Pahu to a sanctuary in Kelian, with ongoing efforts to secure the future of other identified rhinos in the region.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Location: Maxwell’s Plum, 12300 S. Shore Blvd., Wellington, FL 33414
Tickets: https://staywild.givesmart.com
The event will welcome 150 conservation-minded guests, with a significant presence from the Wellington equestrian community. Valet parking will be provided.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, ranging from Bronze to Diamond tier, with benefits including social media recognition, logo placement, complimentary tickets, and the unique opportunity to name a rainforest camera trap used in rhino conservation efforts.
For sponsorship information or to donate items for the silent auction, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “High Rollin’ for Rhinos Sponsorship Query.”
About The Gabby Wild Foundation:
The Gabby Wild Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax identification number 45-2969757) under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.
The Gabby Wild Foundation’s mission is to safeguard the world’s most threatened wildlife through veterinary mission trips, in-field conservation projects, and educational classes and campaigns. The Foundation is a US-based nonprofit headquartered in New York with outposts in Indonesia focused on the conservation of Bornean rhinos, Sumatran tigers, Asian elephants, Javan rhinos, and the ancient rainforests they reside in. The Foundation provides on-call international veterinary care for all endangered animals, orchestrates educational classes for children, lectures, and documentaries for adults, and hosts sustainable fashion shows, all in an effort to spread awareness for the plight of the planet and endangered animals.