The Fox Valley Wildlife Center was founded in 2000 by individuals who recognized the increasing need for wildlife rehabilitators in Kane County. Thus, the center started through the acquisition the old ranger’s house and surrounding property in a lease from the Kane County Forest Preserve. Over the next year, the board of directors was formed, volunteers recruited and staff hired. The center opened its doors to wildlife in the Spring of 2001, and took in over 1,000 animals by the end of the year. Over 2400 animals were treated in 2004.

The center provides hospital care for wild animals who are in need of help. Most of the animals that we receive have been impacted by man in some way. They are caught by a cat, hit by a car, or become tangled in fishing lines. Our goal is to release these animals back in to the wild because they deserve a second chance.