FLORIDA PANTHER PROJECT, INC.
SARASOTA, FLORIDA

The Florida Panther Project, Inc., founded on May 18, 1993, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the recovery and conservation of the endangered Florida panther. This initiative has been spearheaded by co-founder Bill Samuels for over two decades, earning him significant recognition for his efforts in wildlife preservation. The organization’s office is located at 2474 Wood Oak Dr., Sarasota, FL, within the County of Sarasota. The Florida Panther Project has received notable media attention and accolades for its contribution to conservation. This includes coverage by local news outlets such as ABC7 TV station during related events with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. As part of its fundraising efforts, the organization offers a special incentive: supporters who contribute at least $25 in tax-deductible gifts are eligible to receive a free T-shirt and enter a prize draw for a framed "Florida Treasures" artwork by esteemed wildlife artist Sir John Seerey-Lester. However, this offer limits participation to the first 40 contributions. The organization maintains a current operational status under Fla. Company Registration File Number N93000002272, with its last corporate action being reinstatement on July 24, 2015, and its most recent annual report filed on April 11, 2024. Its leadership includes William Samuels (as the President of the Board), Constance Samuels (Secretary & Treasurer), and Tyler Samuels, a board director. The organization can be further explored through its official website at floridapantherproject.com for updates on ongoing projects and future initiatives aimed at preserving Florida's unique wildlife heritage.