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We use science to educate and protect. This is our mission. This is what drives us relentlessly forward. The challenges facing this critical apex predator are many, and seemingly overwhelming. More than 100 million are slaughtered every year for their fins. Climate change is dramatically disrupting the oceanic ecosystem and food chain. And mankind’s attitudes are indifferent at best; savage at worst. We believe science—rigorous, peer-reviewed, professional—can inform and guide governing bodies and society at large to conservation policies that ensure the sustainability of all shark species.

Papayago Rescue House exists as a nonprofit 501(c)(3), Georgia Department of Agriculture inspected rescue, to support the wellbeing and maintenance of parrots through rescue, rehabilitation, retraining, and rehoming. To better serve parrots in our community, PRH works to increase knowledge of parrots within the community, provide mentoring and training to cope with parrot ownership to lessen the need for families to give up their birds to other community facilities not equipped to handle bird requirements and behavior. To improve the care of parrots through education of newer information and strategies to decrease parrot homelessness, abuse, or neglect. .

Our mission is to be a voice for captive exotic birds and to promote unity within the avian community. We work to fulfill our mission by providing a safe haven for abused or unwanted exotic birds (regardless of species, age, special needs or behavior issues), re-socializing and re-homing eligible companion parrots, and providing educational resources to the avian community. We firmly believe (as do many other animal rights and animal welfare organizations) that animals are not ours to exploit for entertainment or profit, and thus, they should not be bred for these purposes. However, we recognize that there is a diverse range of opinions regarding this issue.

The Norman Bird Sanctuary was established in 1949 at the bequest of Mabel Norman Cerio. Its mission, under the charge of her will, was to maintain 235 acres of land for the propagation, preservation, and protection of birds, and where birds and bird life may be observed, studied, taught, and enjoyed by lovers of nature and by the public generally so interested in a spirit of humanity and mercy. Over the years, NBS has grown to include more than 325 acres of diverse habitats, and its mission remains true to Mabel Norman Cerio's original vision. Today, the mission of the Norman Bird Sanctuary is to preserve and protect its habitats and resources for the benefit of birds and other wildlife, and for people's education and enjoyment.

The Bird Gardens of Naples is a nonprofit organization whose sole concern is parrot welfare in captivity and conservation of wild parrots. We are an outreach and placement program which places into safe custody, parrots which are abandoned, abused, or in need of a home for any reason.Parrots are intelligent, highly social and complex beings with a life span of up to 80 years. The individual bird's best interest and well being of the present flock will determine if a parrot is accepted into the organization.We actively support networking with other parrot welfare groups, animal welfare organizations, the veterinary community, conservation organizations and the general public. Education is of the utmost importance concerning the well being of a parrot and its ability to successfully live with its human companions.We serve the U.S.

THE VIRGINIA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY IS A NON-PROFIT AND TAX EXEMPT CORPORATION, WHICH WAS ORGANIZED ON SEPTEMBER 21, 1979. ITS MISSION IS TO ENSURE THAT THE VIRGINIA ZOOLOGICAL PARK THRIVES AS A SUPERIOR ZOOLOGICAL INSTITUTION, REACHING ITS FULLEST POTENTIAL TO SERVE PEOPLE, ANIMALS, AND THE ENVIRONMENT. THE VIRGINIA ZOOLOGICAL PARK SEEKS TO INCREASE THE UNDERSTANDING OF THE WORLD'S FLORA AND FAUNA AND TO ADD TO THE GROWING BODY OF KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THEM; TO DISPLAY ANIMALS RESPECTFULLY IN A NATURAL WAY THAT ENCOURAGES THEIR NATURAL BEHAVIOR; TO CONSERVE ANIMALS AND THEIR HABITATS; AND TO OFFER OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEARNING AND ENJOYMENT TO THE PUBLIC. IT WILL SERVE TO FULFILL THIS MISSION THROUGH EDUCATION, CONSERVATION, RESEARCH AND RECREATION. THE SOCIETY PROVIDES ESSENTIAL PROGRAM SERVICES FOR THE ZOO AS FOLLOWS: ZOO IMPROVEMENTS AND EXHIBITS: FUNDING FOR SPECIFIC TRAVELING EXHIBITIONS SUCH AS THE BUTTERFLY EXHIBIT; ASSISTANCE FOR ZOO EXPANSION, FOR EXAMPLE, THE AFRICAN PLAINS EXHIBIT & BUI

The mission of Keeper of the Wild is to rescue and rehabilitate native local wildlife of South Carolina with the goal of returning them back to the wild. We believe every creature is part of nature's plan for the web of life; that each has a purpose to fulfill in that plan toward keeping this earth a balanced and healthy place where all life can live. We do not advocate keeping wild animals as pets. We encourage the public in the responsibility to work in cooperation with nature to protect and care for this earth which is the home for all life, and to enjoy as observers and appreciate the wildlife with which we share our environment. We strive to educate the public about the wildlife we save and the contributions of each to our own quality of life and the importance of coexisting with wildlife in our environments.We serve nine counties in lower South Carolina

Our mission at Fine Feathered Friends Foundation, a California 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation, is to provide a safe place for pet birds that are in need of a new home for various reasons - relocation, the passing of a family member, etc. - and we do our best to search for the best possible home for all of these precious creatures. We also take in pet birds that have been found and do all we can to reunite them with their previous family. During their time here at our rescue, the birds are cared for with love and compassion. Some arrive needing veterinary care and others are in need of a complete diet change. Every bird is unique and special and we love them all, big and small! We are “For The Birds!” As part of our mission, we offer advice on feeding, care, and enrichment for pet birds and are available by phone, text, or email to answer any inquiries. We are also able to provide educational programs for schools, daycare facilities, as well as youth groups such as 4-H, Girl Scouts, etc.