Foundation History

The Mpala properties in Laikipia, Kenya were purchased by Sam Small in 1952 and bequeathed to his brother George in 1969. George Small focused his energies and resources on conserving Mpala - its people and wildlife. In 1989 George created the Mpala Wildlife Foundation to fund the activities necessary to achieve his vision.

With a mission of helping the people of Kenya, George founded a land and wildlife conservancy, a community health center, and a well respected research and educational facility at his Mpala Ranch property. In accordance with his mission, the foundation supports the Mpala Research Centre and operates Mpala's 48,000 acres as a land and wildlife conservancy. The conservancy supports a community outreach program, which includes the Mpala Mobile Clinic, as well as a working cattle ranch that successfully coexists with an abundance of wildlife.