Friends of Oatland Island Inc

Welcome to Friends of Oatland Island

Friends of Oatland Island, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization, was established to support Oatland Island Wildlife Center's staff and animal residents.  Board members are volunteers, working to supplement financial and professional support of the Wildlife Center and inspire stewardship of the natural environment.

Open 361 days a year, Oatland Island Wildlife Center is operated by the Savannah Chatham County Public School System.  Founded in 1974, Oatland sits on 100 acres and is home to 150 animals representing more than 40 species.

Friends of Oatland's Mission

To act as a physical and financial support organization for Oatland Island Wildlife Center in order to assist the Savannah-Chatham County Schools and Board of Education in preserving the ecosystem and education programs and maintaining the Visitor's Facility as a community asset.