Keep the Prairie Wild for Future Generations
Your donation helps care for American bison and elk, protect native prairie, and support hands-on learning for kids, families, and schools across Kansas.
Every gift—large or small—makes a real impact on wildlife, habitat, and education.
Your gift at a glance
Supports
Bison & Elk Care
Protects
Native Prairie
Helps Fund
School Programs
Benefit
Visitor Experience
Ways to Give
At Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, every day is focused on protecting native wildlife and the tallgrass prairie they call home. Your support helps:
- Care for our herds of American bison and elk.
- Restore and manage prairie habitat and native grasses.
- Maintain tram tours, hiking areas, and wildlife viewing points.
- Provide educational programs for schools, youth groups, and families.
- Improve signage, exhibits, and the overall visitor experience.
- Invest in long-term conservation and stewardship.
Why Your Gift Matters
Conservation • Education • Experience
At Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, every day is focused on protecting native wildlife and the tallgrass prairie they call home. Your support helps:
One-Time & Recurring
Give Online
Make a secure one-time or recurring gift using our online donation form. Choose your amount, select one-time or monthly, and add a note if your gift is in honor or memory of someone.
By Mail
Mail a Check
Prefer to give by mail? Please make checks payable to:
Organization Name: Maxwell Wildlife Refuge
Email: maxwellwildliferefuge@gmail.com
Phone: 620-628-4455
Mailing Address: 2565 Pueblo Road, Canton, KS, 67428
Honor & Memory
Honor & Memorial Gifts
Celebrate someone special with a gift in their name. You can request a card or email notification and choose whether to list their name on our donor recognition materials.
Business & Corporate
Business & Corporate Giving
Local businesses and organizations can partner with us through donations, event sponsorships, and matching gifts. Support conservation while connecting with visitors and the community.
Suggested Giving Levels
All donations help support the refuge. These giving levels are a simple way to see how your gift fits into the bigger picture.
How Your Donation Is Used
We work hard to stretch every dollar and apply it where it can do the most good:
- Animal care & herd management for bison and elk.
- Prairie restoration, fencing, and land management.
- Tram tours, interpretive signage, and guest services.
- School and group programs, teacher resources, and exhibits.
- Facility upkeep, safety improvements, and accessibility upgrades.
If you’d like to designate your gift for a specific project (education, habitat, exhibits, etc.), just note it when you give or contact us directly.
Our Commitment to Stewardship
We are committed to being good stewards of both this land and your support. Donations are used to directly further our mission of wildlife conservation, education, and public access. If you have questions about how funds are used or about charitable status, we’re happy to talk.
Many employers also offer matching gift programs. Check with your workplace to see if your donation to Maxwell Wildlife Refuge can be matched to increase your impact.
Ready to Help Protect Kansas Wildlife?
When you donate to Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, you’re doing more than making a gift— you’re helping protect wild spaces, support education, and create memories for families who visit year after year.