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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Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Closes Out Third Annual Outdoors for All Celebration in Pittsburgh | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

More than 25 Pittsburgh-area outdoor recreation and conservation organizations came together to offer hands-on activities, opportunities to get out on the water, education, and community connection at the event.

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Sloth birthday party draws hundreds to the National Aviary | Pittsburgh City Paper

Pittsburgh’s National Aviary hosted a birthday party for its resident sloths, Wookiee and Vivien, last week. Over 500 visitors stopped in to wish the animal ambassadors a happy birthday and sign an oversized card in their honor.

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National Aviary hospital to secure leadership in conservation and research with $500K boost | TribLive

Aviary officials are eyeing a pioneering facility that will elevate animal wellness and train future avian care professionals. Renovations will be done to the facility on the North Side campus.

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How to Stop Birds From Flying Into Your Window, According to an Expert (ft. insights from Bob Mulvihill) | Pet News

Learn why birds keep flying into windows and the expert-approved solutions that actually work

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How to start birding in Western Pennsylvania | TribLive

From quiet walks through Frick Park and day hikes in the Laurel Highlands to trips far afield to site-specific species, the birders of Southwestern Pennsylvania are constantly on the lookout for their next find.

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