The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee in Hohenwald, Tennessee is a non-profit organization licensed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). Founded by Carol Buckley and Scott Blais in 1995, The Sanctuary has provided a home to 24 elephants, all retired from zoos and circuses. The Elephant Sanctuary provides these elephants with a natural habitat, individualized care for life, and the opportunity to live out their lives in a safe haven dedicated to their well being. The Sanctuary currently has 11 Asian elephants and 2 African elephants.