About Us

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For years, we’ve operated at the intersection of animal crisis intervention, capacity-building, and fundraising, stepping in where others have not. From rescuing abandoned animals in war-torn Ukraine to helping nonprofits plan their future growth, our work has been defined by a commitment to underserved animals, rapid response, and strategic, long-term solutions.

As our impact has grown, we established Animals Unbound to provide a formal nonprofit structure – one that reflects both the urgency of our frontline interventions and the strategic depth of our capacity-building services.

Our vision is that organizations working on the frontlines of the most important threats to animals around the world will have the expertise and resources they need to make the greatest possible impact for animals.

Animals Unbound does not limit ourselves to a single species or region. Instead, we go where we can make the greatest difference, filling gaps in crisis relief and organizational capabilities for street dogs, chimpanzees, cows, cats, camels, and others.

Our reputation is built not just on passion but on execution. Donors return time and again because they see tangible results – efficient action taken in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We know that without strategy and action, passion and love for animals are not enough. We are deeply committed, hands-on, and relentless in our mission to help animals.

Values

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Prioritizing the underserved

With broad expertise across animal welfare, conservation, and crisis response, we focus on animals, organizations, and emergencies that others overlook. We’re an answer to unmet needs, stepping in where others hesitate.

Deeply connected

Strong relationships are at the core of our ability to help animals and organizations. We maintain extensive trusted connections with funders, grassroots charities, and international NGOs, allowing us to mobilize resources quickly and act as a bridge between donors and on-the-ground interventions.

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Responsive

We maintain the flexibility to pivot quickly and respond rapidly to urgent needs. Whether addressing a natural disaster, neglected animals, or an organization seeking support, we mobilize efficiently to fill gaps where help is most needed.

Integrity

Donors and partners trust us because we consistently deliver impactful results. Our track record has fostered long-lasting relationships with those who believe in our work, knowing that we always act with transparency.

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Empowering strategic transformation

We address root causes, build infrastructure, and enable organizations to create self-sustaining solutions. Our approach is always to uplift and strengthen others, ensuring they have the capacity to continue their work long after our direct involvement ends.

Efficient impact

We leverage every resource – financial, operational, and human capacity – with precision to maximize our impact and avoid bureaucracy and delays. We move quickly and decisively, carefully selecting partners who share this focus.

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Creative problem-solving

Each situation we address is unique, requiring custom, context-sensitive solutions. We embrace bold, creative, and forward-thinking approaches.

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Gregg Tully, PhD

Gregg’s career in animal welfare began in 2008 when he joined the marketing and communications team at the Marin Humane Society, galvanizing his commitment to animal protection.

In 2012 he began working internationally, first as acting Executive Director of the Kathmandu Animal Treatment Centre in Nepal, then as the CEO of Soi Dog Foundation in Thailand, the largest animal protection organization in Southeast Asia. In collaboration with the Board, he led Soi Dog through a phase of rapid growth in which revenue increased by 250% while the number of staff doubled and the programs expanded to Vietnam.

As the CEO of the Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA), the biggest association of wildlife centers in Africa, Gregg grew the organization by 500% and expanded the staff from one to eight. He led PASA in a new strategic direction, forming a cohesive movement for wildlife across Africa.

In his previous role as the Executive Director in Romania of Save the Dogs and Other Animals, he led the internationalization of the organization by developing new global partnerships and managing its response to the emergency in Ukraine.

Gregg now leverages his experience to build the capacity of animal protection organizations worldwide and help animals in crisis.

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Liliana Pacheco

Liliana empowers animal protection organizations worldwide to excel in diverse topics ranging from community development to wildlife conservation. Using her 15+ years as a nonprofit executive, she creates and implements multifaceted projects in challenging contexts and produces measurable results.

Additionally, she is the head of a wildlife sanctuary in Guinea, West Africa for animals confiscated from the illegal wildlife trade.

A licensed psychologist with master’s degrees in primatology and gender violence, Liliana spent ten years as the founding Director of the Jane Goodall Institute in Senegal and Guinea, where she launched community development projects, managed research teams for chimpanzee conservation, and helped create a Nature Reserve. She has also worked to stop wildlife trafficking in Guinea with WARA, a member of the EAGLE Network.