With every purchase, WildYard contributes to bat conservation through 1% for the Planet. That means real funding goes to real work — protecting roosting spaces, supporting scientific research, and expanding public awareness of the crucial role bats play in biodiversity.

Bats are highly sensitive to habitat loss, particularly species like the Little Brown Bat and Northern Long-Eared Bat that rely on mature forests, caves, and old buildings to roost and raise their young. Your support contributes to efforts that protect existing roosting sites and restore degraded habitats — through land stewardship, forest conservation, and urban habitat integration. These actions help maintain biodiversity and ensure that future generations of bats have safe places to live.

White-Nose Syndrome has become one of the most devastating wildlife diseases in modern history, responsible for killing over 6 million bats in North America. Caused by a cold-loving fungus, it spreads rapidly through hibernating colonies. Funding goes toward scientific research that tracks the spread of the disease, studies bat immune responses, and develops mitigation strategies, including experimental treatments and habitat-based interventions. Every dollar helps build a future where bat populations can rebound and adapt.

Bats play a vital role in pollination, seed dispersal, and natural pest control, yet they’re often feared or misunderstood. A core part of conservation is changing how people see bats. Your support enables the development of educational resources, community science initiatives, and public campaigns that correct misconceptions and promote co-existence. This includes outreach to farmers, city planners, and families — highlighting how bats benefit ecosystems and even our own backyards.