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 protecting their habitats. You make this important work possible.

  • Donate

    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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  • 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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The National Aviary Welcomes Two Striped Skunk Sisters—And You Can Name Them! | Table Magazine

Two striped skunks have joined the Aviary’s menagerie, added to the North Side institution’s roster of non-avian species. While birds are the main attraction at the National Aviary, adding other animals helps develop biodiversity and more natural habitats.

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National Aviary holds naming contest for skunk sisters | TribLive

The National Aviary is looking for names for two of its newest additions — a pair of striped skunk sisters.

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Meet the stinkin’ cute skunk sisters at the National Aviary | Pittsburgh Today Live

The National Aviary debuts its newest ambassadors, skunk sisters! They're asking for name suggestions.

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National Aviary holding naming contest for new skunk sisters | WPXI

There are two new critters at the National Aviary, and you can help pick their names!

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How to Tell a Raven From a Crow, According to Bird Experts | Martha Stewart

National Aviary Director of Animal Programs and Experiences, Cathy Schlott, explains the clearest ways to tell which bird you’re looking at.

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