D’Aboville Foundation to lead global Phoenix Species Project proposal

MANILA, Philippines — The D’Aboville Foundation & Demo Farm (DAF), a Filipino-French non-profit organization established in 2004, has been selected to lead a five-year project proposal under the Phoenix Species Project.

The PSP is the largest single philanthropic initiative dedicated exclusively to global species recovery, targeting 100 species worldwide, including Mindoro’s critically endangered Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis).

It is spearheaded by the Re:wild and Bezos Earth Fund with support from Leonardo DiCaprio, Age of Union and the Todd Graves Family Foundation.

The announcement was made during the 22nd DAF anniversary celebration at the Alliance Française de Manille in Makati.

According to DAF, the upcoming PSP funding would directly complement its Thriving Together with Tamaraws initiative, driving measurable recovery for the wild cattle population, which currently stands at between 200 to 400 individuals.

Established in 2004, DAF operates an integrated, community-led model in Mindoro spanning four core pillars: biodiversity and Tamaraw conservation, indigenous rights and cultural heritage, sustainable agriculture and eco-cultural tourism.

To support long-term field operations, DAF has launched a new membership and donation campaign. Supporters can contribute and learn more at or follow the foundation’s official Instagram page at @dabovillefoundation.