Support Our Work

Support Our Work

The National Aviary’s mission is to inspire respect for nature through an appreciation of birds. From the highest standards of care for our birds, to field conservation work across the globe, to local and international education programs, we are dedicated to saving birds and protect their habitats. You make this important work possible.

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    Your gift, of any amount, directly supports our mission and safeguards our future.

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  • Innovation Takes Flight

    Help the National Aviary Build the First Veterinary Care Center in the U.S. Dedicated to the Advancement of Veterinary Medicine for Birds!

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  • Condor Court Pavers

    Paver orders for a spring 2026 installation closed on December 31, 2025. Any questions or interest can be directed to [email protected] or 412-258-9433.

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  • Adopt-A-Bird

    You can symbolically adopt a penguin, owl, sloth, flamingo, and more.

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  • Name-A-Bird

    If a bird at the National Aviary just calls to you, the Name-A-Bird program is for you!

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  • Bench Plaques

    Enjoy the sights of beautiful habitats while sitting on a bench dedicated with your very own personalized message!

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  • Donor Society

    Join our Donor Society with giving levels beginning at $500 with customized benefits packages and acknowledgment.

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  • Friends of the Flock

    Friends of the Flock is a group comprised of young professionals, emerging leaders, and philanthropists with diverse careers and backgrounds who are dedicated to supporting the National Aviary’s mission.

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  • Sustaining Memberships

    Support the care of our birds through secure, monthly gifts that you control. Plus, gain access to a virtual member library, exclusive discounts and more!

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  • Corporate Giving

    Find the perfect fit for your organization’s corporate philanthropy initiatives with the National Aviary.

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  • Nature As Art

    For every sale, 50% of the proceeds will be donated to the National Aviary!

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  • More Ways To Give

    There are many ways to support the National Aviary. Find the one that's just right for you.

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In The News

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Peregrine falcons to be protected during Tarentum Bridge construction project | TribLive

Peregrine falcons that nest under the Tarentum Bridge will be protected as best they can during an upcoming, long-term construction project along the span.

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Think pink: The National Aviary hosts Flamingo Fest | Pitt News

This past weekend, from Feb. 28 to March 1, the National Aviary celebrated Flamingo Fest, a two-day special event dedicated to the tropical pink bird. The event originally started as a chance for aviary visitors to see live flamingos.

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Record number of peregrine falcons counted in Allegheny County | WPXI

The National Aviary says six peregrine falcons were recorded in the county during the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count.

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A City Full of Surprises | Visit the USA

The USA’s “bird zoo,” this indoor nonprofit aquarium and aviary is home to many colorful creatures.

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Avian education center prepares to take flight in Pittsburgh | WESA

The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation is coming together with the National Aviary to build out an education wing in the aviary’s recently acquired conservation center in Fox Chapel, the National Aviary SK Rockwell Conservancy.

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