What We Do

'Gearing Up 4 Gorillas' (G4G) is the only UK charity that focuses 100% on the conservation of the mountain gorilla
in Virunga National Park, eastern DR Congo, through providing funds and equipment to the rangers whose job it is to protect them.

G4G is:

  • focused on the conservation of mountain gorillas
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    There are around 200 mountain gorillas living in Virunga National Park, eastern DR Congo, which is approaching one third of the world population. Classed as 'critically endangered', the total population is estimated to be in the order of 700. Whilst mountain gorillas face threats wherever they live, those facing the population in DR Congo are intense and ongoing.

  • dedicated to supporting the rangers of Virunga National Park
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    G4G focuses on support for the dedicated rangers of Virunga National Park, who put their lives on the line to protect mountain gorillas. Over 100 rangers have been killed in the line of duty in the last decade. Vehicles, basic equipment and funds enable them to carry out their work effectively and safely. Consistent, ongoing support also sends a message that they are not forgotten in their daily work.

  • devoted to raising awareness of threats to mountain gorillas
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    The amazing life of the mountain gorillas of Virunga and their ranger protectors is told through fund raising events, talks to schools, clubs and attending shows.

  • run by a team of committed volunteers in the south of England
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    Trustees and volunteers all have day jobs but are devoted to raising donations of equipment and funds in their spare time. Whilst the mountain gorillas may be many miles away, G4G has proven that practical assistance can be directed to where it matters - to the rangers at the sharp end.

Join us in helping to provide the vehicles, equipment and funding the rangers need and make a real difference to the future of the mountain gorilla…..