What We Do

Hope & Beyond works at the intersection of wildlife conservation, environmental protection, animal welfare, and community empowerment. Based in Jaipur, Rajasthan, we respond to the needs of both nature and society through field-based action, awareness, rescue, research, and training.

Our work includes snake rescue and safe relocation, bird rescue and treatment, onsite care for injured street animals, plantation drives, wildlife research, conservation education, and social development programs. Through these initiatives, we aim to reduce human–wildlife conflict, protect biodiversity, restore habitats, and inspire people to live with greater compassion toward all living beings.

Guided by our SEED philosophy — Social, Environment, Education, and Development — we believe true conservation is possible only when communities are informed, involved, and empowered. Every rescue, every training session, every plantation drive, and every awareness program brings us closer to a more balanced future where people, wildlife, and nature can thrive together.

Our Mission

Our mission is to protect wildlife, restore natural ecosystems, and build compassionate communities through science-based conservation, education, and active public participation.


At Hope & Beyond, we work to create a world where humans and wildlife coexist safely and respectfully. From rescuing injured animals and treating birds to training communities, supporting environmental awareness, and empowering vulnerable groups, our mission goes beyond conservation — it is about creating lasting change for life in all its forms.


We combine field action with research, empathy, and collaboration to protect biodiversity and encourage responsible living. Through our programs, we help people understand that every species has a role, every habitat matters, and every individual can contribute to a healthier planet.

Our Impact

Our Impact

For over a decade, Hope & Beyond has turned compassion into measurable action. Our teams and volunteers have worked across Rajasthan to rescue wildlife, treat injured animals, train communities, support environmental restoration, and create awareness among students, citizens, and frontline workers.

Our impact can be seen in the thousands of birds treated, snakes safely rescued, animals cared for, trees planted, students reached, individuals trained, and forest officials sensitized through our programs. Each number represents more than an achievement — it represents a life protected, a community informed, and a step toward coexistence.

Through partnerships, field programs, and community participation, we continue to expand our work for wildlife, environment, and society. Our goal is not only to respond to emergencies but to build long-term awareness, stronger habitats, and a culture of compassion that continues for generations.

Impact highlights for design:

·         12,000+ Birds Treated Emergency care, treatment, and rehabilitation for injured birds, especially during kite-flying festivals.

·         9,000+ Snakes Rescued Safe and ethical snake rescue and relocation across Rajasthan.

·         60,000+ Individuals Empowered Awareness workshops on wildlife, snakes, birds, environment, and community well-being.

·         3,000+ Forest Officials Trained Capacity-building programs in collaboration with forest departments.

·         50,000+ Trees Planted Plantation drives supporting habitat restoration and environmental protection.

·         70,000+ Students Reached Educational programs inspiring young minds toward wildlife conservation.

Chairman’s Note

I am privileged to serve as the Chairman of Hope and Beyond. We are an organization built on compassion and a shared vision for a brighter future. Our mission is to protect our natural world while uplifting marginalized communities.

We strongly believe in the power of collective action to drive meaningful change. Every small effort contributes to a larger impact.

I invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let us create a world where compassion, conservation, and community empowerment guide our actions.

With gratitude,

Dr. Joy Gardner

Chairman, Hope and Beyond

Our Team

Leadership

Dr. Joy Gardner

Dr. Joy Gardner

Founder & Chairman

Mr. S.H. Lal

Mr. S.H. Lal

Secretary

Mr. Amit Kanoongo

Mr. Amit Kanoongo

Director, Finance

Dr. Deepanjali Gardner

Dr. Deepanjali Gardner

Director, Operations

Ms. Poonam Khandelwal

Ms. Poonam Khandelwal

Director, Outreach

Mr. Rajnish Das

Mr. Rajnish Das

Director, Animal Welfare

Mr. Samson Theodore

Mr. Samson Theodore

Director, Training

Dr. Divya Jacob

Dr. Divya Jacob

Director, Special Education

Advisory Board

Dr. Annie Theodore

Dr. Annie Theodore

Subtitle

Prof. Reena Mathur

Prof. Reena Mathur

University of Rajasthan

Prof. Shilpi Rijhwani

Prof. Shilpi Rijhwani

IIS University

Mr. Naresh Sharma

Mr. Naresh Sharma

Retd. Rajasthan Forest Department

Leadership

Mr. Rajesh Jakhar

Mr. Rajesh Jakhar

Head, Wildlife

Mr. Vijay Jangid

Mr. Vijay Jangid

Head, Administration

Dr. Vijendra Tak

Dr. Vijendra Tak

Head, Surgery

Mr. Uday Saini

Mr. Uday Saini

Head, Advocacy

Mr. Jitender Fogat

Mr. Jitender Fogat

Head, Medical Instruments

Our Partners